Household Hints

Granite is real stone, and as such it is naturally porous. Microorganisms can grow in the pores and contaminate food on the surface. Makers of granite countertops therefore provide or recommend sealants, usually a form of spray silicone, to minimize the natural porosity of the stone. It should be noted, however, that natural stone countertops are not certified in the United States for use in commercial food processing because of the porosity/microorganism problem. There is another form of "granite" top called "engineered stone" or just "quartz" which is basically a ground up granite mixed with resin. These materials, which go by many brand names, do not require sealing because they are permanently sealed with resin, but they have their own quirks. The main thing for most people is esoteric: if you love the natural beauty of real stone, go for it, and seal it according to directions and keep it scrupulously clean.

Many stains can be removed with alcohol.

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The particles in the hot water move much faster than the ones in the cold water because they are heated, so they gain energy, making tea bags brew way faster in hot water than they do in cold.

Mix 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar in a gallon of warm water. Mop with a sponge mop that has its own ringer. Ring as much water from the mop as possible--leaving water on hardwood floors will damage them.

Yes it would as insulators keep in the heat and keep it out depending on whether the item is hot or cold.

Yes, saltine crackers can be composted as long as they have not been exposed to contaminants, pollutants or toxins. But they will break down best -- and with the least of attracting foraging domesticated and wild animals -- when sprinkled as ground-up powder in the bin or pile.

To clean the inside of a Kenmore dishwasher Ultra Wash II begin by washing down the interior walls with a wet sponge and some dish soap. They place some white vinegar in a bowl on the top shelf and run it on the quick wash cycle.

Go to any automotive supply store, find the detailing dept. buy a container of leather cleaner, follow the directions. Automotive leather cleaner, i have found to work really well.

First bought Meguiar's leather cleaner/conditioner for my beige leather seats.....did nothing to clean them (I'm using a horse hair brush). Than bought Autoglym leather cleaner.....also without any improvement. Went to detailer who suggested using Spray Nine on a white rag (white so the colour of the rag doesn't bleed to your seats from the Spray Nine.) This worked awesome, another advantage of the white rag was I could actually see how much dirt came off my seats. I of course conditioned my seats after I was finished cleaning them.

We used Citrus Goo-Gone Pro Power to quickly remove sap from our micro suede sofa cushion. It was available at our local Walmart store. Seemed to work well, and left no stain or damage.

(Wear a professional n95 mask and rubber gloves). Use a straight razor and scrape off as much foil as possible. Get a hold of Mercuric or sulfuric acid. BE CAREFUL not to spill anywhere, work close to a stainless steal sink. Poor a little in a small glass container and bring over stove porcelain surface. Pour the acid onto the foil and wait 3-4 minutes, use paper towel to wipe off the acid, and then a soapy wet rag. Repeat process until all foil is dissolved. Then wash surface thoroughly and repeatedly with a soapy dish towel. Once complete run water in the sink for 5 minutes till any possible remaining accid is flushed from the sink. The foil is gone and the porcelain is preserved. Works great! (Don't breathe the fumes and ventelate the area or move the stove outside)

A bleach burn is permanent. The chlorine has changed the color of the fabric, as well as weakened it somewhat. Even dyeing the fabric will not conceal the burn; that area will always be lighter in color.

When the stain is still fresh, apply white wine. The color begins to disappear and then all you're left with is the wet part of the stain. If the stain is dry, then use a little soap that is safe on the material (I would try Palmolive) and hydrogen peroxide. Spray, dab, or pour the mixture on the stain. Been there done that!

The three cycles are wash, rinse, and sanitize.

I have always used Paste wax either clear or colored, that needs buffing and tends to be slippery when you walk on it in your socks, but it nurishes the wood floor and it does not have to be done very often.

If you have an allergy to rubber (latex) you may want to avoid a lot of skin contact - it's a rubber-based adhesive. regular duct tape is NOT latex free

The main bathroom in the house is Arizona Tan from Benjamin Moore.

The master bedroom ensuite bath is a blue faux finish that looks like watered silk.

The powder room off the main entrance is black and white with red accents.

To get rust off a watch, use Brasso and an old toothbrush. Dip the toothbrush into the Brasso liquid and gently scrub the affected part of the watch. Once clean, wipe away any residue with a clean, soft, dry cloth.

You would have to be sure that the lampshade is made of natural fibers and does not have a coating that would prevent a dye from being absorbed. Wear gloves and use a sponge to apply the fabric dye. Make sure to let it dry completely.

There are many precautionary measures in household materials that you can take. One of these measures is to lock cabinets with chemicals.

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Try Goof Off, Motsenbocker Latex Paint Remover, Goo Gone, and Oops! are all products designed for this. Acetone may work as well (especially for nail polish!). Make sure you first test an area that will not be seen (under a piece of furniture or in a closet) to make sure the solvent or cleaner will not attack the carpet.

Try Fantastic-I was able to remove KILZ oil based from carpeting with this. Fantastic is a miracle cleaner- I highly recommend it to clean everything

Depends how high your bed already is and how even your nightstand is to it.