~HOMEMADE TUB & SHOWER CLEANER~
What You'll Need:
1/2 Cup White Vinegar
1/2 Cup Original Blue Dawn Dish Soap
4 Tablespoons Baking Soda
Empty Spray Bottle
Directions:
Heat vinegar in microwave for 90 seconds. Allow to cool slightly. Pour into spray bottle. Add Baking Soda & Original Blue Dawn dish soap. Shake gently to mix. Spray on surface, let it sit 1-2 hours. Just wipe it away & then rinse with water. Will also take soap scum off shower walls/tile & doors!
Just know that the Blue Dawn Dish Soap also comes in extra suds.... if you get this one by mistake... your bottle will be really foamy.... but after it sits, the foam is not as bad
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Magic Eraser
I found these wonderful magic eraser cleaning tips over at Tip Hero. I recently bought the generic ones at the dollar store, and trust me honey these are just amazing. My refrigerator and my stove look brand new. If you have never used them I highly recommend them. They are almost effortless. Really makes clean up on tough grease and marks a breeze.
Have a Fabulous & Frugal Day!!!!
From Mr. Clean's original "magic eraser" to the generic options, eraser cleaning blocks have made cleaning easier, less messy and dare we say...even fun! Sure, these foam blocks can get the gunk off walls (sometimes even upholstery if you're careful) and other household surfaces, but there are so many more uses for these little blocks of heaven. Here are 20 unusual uses for an eraser block to make the most of your spring cleaning time:
Quick Tip: Cut up one eraser block into four little blocks. It'll make your purchase last longer, and, it'll make it easier for you to get into smaller nooks and crannies.
1. Outdoor Furniture and Toys
Take grungy white resin or white painted furniture by lightly scrubbing with an eraser cleaning block. The eraser gets into crevices and cracks while leaving paint finishes intact. The same principle applies to outdoor plastic toys.
2. Pool Liners
Pool owners, this will make your life easier: A gentle scrubbing on your liner will get rid of the water mark better than any other product.
3. Vinyl
Take an eraser to scuffs on just about anything made from vinyl: siding, boat seats, shoes, etc.
4. Car Interiors
Clean the car seats with an eraser block: Go lightly on leather, but it's okay on fabric and vinyl, lightly scrub the car steering wheel. Eraser blocks get rid of grease streaks left inside after the car's been to the shop, too.
5. Hubcaps
Clean your car's hubcaps with an eraser for a water-free car wash.
6. Refrigerator
Get rid of last year's drippings that are pooled in the back of the fridge. It'll take a whole eraser block, but it gets the job done. The seals that have gotten a bit black and moldy will also respond well to an eraser.
7. Dishwasher Interior
What are those colors inside your dishwasher from time to time? Lime, mold, ewww. Just take an eraser to them and the stains will banish.
8. Bathtub and Sinks
Getting rid of dirt and water marks is easier (and not so gross) with an eraser block. Bathtubs can take a tough scrub, but go lightly on sinks -- even a light scrub gets rid of that caked on dirt that you often can't see until you try to get it off.
9. Rust Removal
Scrub anywhere (around pipes in kitchen and bath) that you see rust.
10. Computer
A magic eraser gets rid of oil and dirt that has built up on your keyboard and mouse; you can use it on laptops, too.
11. Phones
Use one on your phone's mouthpiece, too -- it gets rid of the same grime that builds up on your computer.
12. Bugs
Wherever there are smooshed bugs (porch pillars, car windshields, interior walls, exterior doors, exterior light fixtures) wipe them away with an eraser block.
13. Glass Stove Tops
No need to have special stove top cleaner on hand, get rid of burned-on food by lightly scrubbing until the gunk is gone.
14. Dishes and Glassware
Rub hard-to-clean build-up off of thrift store dishes and glassware, like Pyrex bowls, following advice from the blog Pyrex Love.
15. Gutters
Get rid of green slime that builds up on gutters with an eraser. It's another ewww-worthy task, but it'll be almost effortless with an eraser.
16. Mirrors (and Windows)
Many fans of eraser blocks swear it gives them a streak-free and clean mirror, if the pad is slightly damp when you give it a light scrub.
17. Floors
Erase scuff marks, old paint drips-great for most floors (but always go lightly, especially on finished wood).
18. Grout
Which leads us to grout. The eraser does well with most grout (except really old and darkened-beyond-help grout that will remain gray even with best scrubbing efforts).
19. Granite countertops
Everyone is afraid to scrub granite, but an eraser pad, used at first gently and then with a little more oomph as the stains disappear, will indeed get stubborn stains out of granite.
20. Leather
You can use and eraser lightly on leather upholstery, purses or shoes to lift up marks -- just be sure to use a gentle touch.
(Disclaimer-never use eraser cleaning blocks to clean skin, animal fur, glossy, brushed, satin or dark painted surfaces-including appliances, and lastly, never use on delicate fabrics
Have a Fabulous & Frugal Day!!!!
From Mr. Clean's original "magic eraser" to the generic options, eraser cleaning blocks have made cleaning easier, less messy and dare we say...even fun! Sure, these foam blocks can get the gunk off walls (sometimes even upholstery if you're careful) and other household surfaces, but there are so many more uses for these little blocks of heaven. Here are 20 unusual uses for an eraser block to make the most of your spring cleaning time:
Quick Tip: Cut up one eraser block into four little blocks. It'll make your purchase last longer, and, it'll make it easier for you to get into smaller nooks and crannies.
1. Outdoor Furniture and Toys
Take grungy white resin or white painted furniture by lightly scrubbing with an eraser cleaning block. The eraser gets into crevices and cracks while leaving paint finishes intact. The same principle applies to outdoor plastic toys.
2. Pool Liners
Pool owners, this will make your life easier: A gentle scrubbing on your liner will get rid of the water mark better than any other product.
3. Vinyl
Take an eraser to scuffs on just about anything made from vinyl: siding, boat seats, shoes, etc.
4. Car Interiors
Clean the car seats with an eraser block: Go lightly on leather, but it's okay on fabric and vinyl, lightly scrub the car steering wheel. Eraser blocks get rid of grease streaks left inside after the car's been to the shop, too.
5. Hubcaps
Clean your car's hubcaps with an eraser for a water-free car wash.
6. Refrigerator
Get rid of last year's drippings that are pooled in the back of the fridge. It'll take a whole eraser block, but it gets the job done. The seals that have gotten a bit black and moldy will also respond well to an eraser.
7. Dishwasher Interior
What are those colors inside your dishwasher from time to time? Lime, mold, ewww. Just take an eraser to them and the stains will banish.
8. Bathtub and Sinks
Getting rid of dirt and water marks is easier (and not so gross) with an eraser block. Bathtubs can take a tough scrub, but go lightly on sinks -- even a light scrub gets rid of that caked on dirt that you often can't see until you try to get it off.
9. Rust Removal
Scrub anywhere (around pipes in kitchen and bath) that you see rust.
10. Computer
A magic eraser gets rid of oil and dirt that has built up on your keyboard and mouse; you can use it on laptops, too.
11. Phones
Use one on your phone's mouthpiece, too -- it gets rid of the same grime that builds up on your computer.
12. Bugs
Wherever there are smooshed bugs (porch pillars, car windshields, interior walls, exterior doors, exterior light fixtures) wipe them away with an eraser block.
13. Glass Stove Tops
No need to have special stove top cleaner on hand, get rid of burned-on food by lightly scrubbing until the gunk is gone.
14. Dishes and Glassware
Rub hard-to-clean build-up off of thrift store dishes and glassware, like Pyrex bowls, following advice from the blog Pyrex Love.
15. Gutters
Get rid of green slime that builds up on gutters with an eraser. It's another ewww-worthy task, but it'll be almost effortless with an eraser.
16. Mirrors (and Windows)
Many fans of eraser blocks swear it gives them a streak-free and clean mirror, if the pad is slightly damp when you give it a light scrub.
17. Floors
Erase scuff marks, old paint drips-great for most floors (but always go lightly, especially on finished wood).
18. Grout
Which leads us to grout. The eraser does well with most grout (except really old and darkened-beyond-help grout that will remain gray even with best scrubbing efforts).
19. Granite countertops
Everyone is afraid to scrub granite, but an eraser pad, used at first gently and then with a little more oomph as the stains disappear, will indeed get stubborn stains out of granite.
20. Leather
You can use and eraser lightly on leather upholstery, purses or shoes to lift up marks -- just be sure to use a gentle touch.
(Disclaimer-never use eraser cleaning blocks to clean skin, animal fur, glossy, brushed, satin or dark painted surfaces-including appliances, and lastly, never use on delicate fabrics
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
31 Fabulous Uses For Vinegar
I found this fabulous information over at BargainBabe.com. I figure I have shared uses for Baking Soda, might as well add Vinegar to our safe and effective cleaning regimen. I do use Vinegar to shampoo my carpets and I get fabulous results, and it is cheap and natural.
This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
In a previous post I wrote about natural cleaners that can save you money. One of those inexpensive cleaners was vinegar. I’ve used vinegar everywhere from the kitchen to the bathroom and below I’ve shared a laundry list (literally) of different ways to use vinegar around your home.
I have tried most of these suggestions with positive results. Before trying them yourself, make sure to test the solutions in an inconspicuous place to avoid damage. To learn about secret uses for ammonia, salt, foil and baking soda, check out Bobbi’s post.
1.Kill weeds in your garden by spraying full strength until they starve.
2.Clean pots with white vinegar before re-potting to remove excess lime.
3.Remove skunk odor from a dog by rubbing his fur with full strength vinegar. Don’t forget to rinse.
4.Soothe a bee or jellyfish sting by dousing the area with vinegar.
5.Relieve itching by using a cotton ball to dab mosquito and other bug bites.
6.Use white vinegar to rinse your hair to remove residue and make it shiny.
7.Make clothes smell fresh by adding vinegar to the rinse cycle instead of fabric softener.
8.Immerse T-shirts in white vinegar to get rid of the yellow armpit stains.
9.Clean your irons and steam irons with vinegar to avoid build up.
10.To remove coffee and tea stains from china, clean with vinegar.
11.Deodorize your kitchen drain and sink by pouring a cup of vinegar in.
12.Cooking smelly food like fish? Vinegar neutralizes odors. Add a couple of tablespoons to a bowl and leave it on the kitchen counter.
13.Clean the microwave by boiling a 1/4 cup of vinegar to loosen splattered food. Afterward use a cloth to wipe the microwave clean.
14.Kill germs in the bathroom by wiping down fixtures with a rag damp with vinegar.
15.Clean soap scum, mildew and grime from the bathtub, tile and curtains by wiping down with vinegar and rinsing with water.
16.Clean your glasses by using a drop of vinegar and a lint-free cloth.
17.Instead of using toner in your beauty routine, use vinegar to clean your face.
18.Deodorized your smelly lunch box by wiping it clean with vinegar.
19.Relieve a sore throat by gargling vinegar.
20.Have itchy feet? Immerse your feet in vinegar to fight athlete’s foot.
21.Toenails turning yellow? Fight nail fungus by saturating your nails with vinegar. Apparently, tea tree oil also helps.
22.Eliminate animal urine stains and odor from carpet by wiping it clean with an old rag and vinegar.
23.Unclog a shower head by immersing in vinegar.
24.Remove decals, bumper stickers, or price tag by wiping down with vinegar. Alcohol also helps.
25.Spray vinegar around doors and window frames, under appliances and along other known ant trails to repeal them.
26.Add to water and food coloring to make dyed eggs even brighter.
27.Rid your toilet bowl of rusty rings with a diluted vinegar solution.
28.Rub on windows with newspaper or cloth to get a clearer view.
29.Kill mold with vinegar instead of bleach.
30.Combine with lemons and baking soda for an all purpose cleaner.
31.Mix with salt to form a paste. Apply to remove discoloration from copper-bottomed pots and pans. Let sit, then scrub with steel-wool.
Have A Fabulous & Frugal Day!!!!!!!
This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
In a previous post I wrote about natural cleaners that can save you money. One of those inexpensive cleaners was vinegar. I’ve used vinegar everywhere from the kitchen to the bathroom and below I’ve shared a laundry list (literally) of different ways to use vinegar around your home.
I have tried most of these suggestions with positive results. Before trying them yourself, make sure to test the solutions in an inconspicuous place to avoid damage. To learn about secret uses for ammonia, salt, foil and baking soda, check out Bobbi’s post.
1.Kill weeds in your garden by spraying full strength until they starve.
2.Clean pots with white vinegar before re-potting to remove excess lime.
3.Remove skunk odor from a dog by rubbing his fur with full strength vinegar. Don’t forget to rinse.
4.Soothe a bee or jellyfish sting by dousing the area with vinegar.
5.Relieve itching by using a cotton ball to dab mosquito and other bug bites.
6.Use white vinegar to rinse your hair to remove residue and make it shiny.
7.Make clothes smell fresh by adding vinegar to the rinse cycle instead of fabric softener.
8.Immerse T-shirts in white vinegar to get rid of the yellow armpit stains.
9.Clean your irons and steam irons with vinegar to avoid build up.
10.To remove coffee and tea stains from china, clean with vinegar.
11.Deodorize your kitchen drain and sink by pouring a cup of vinegar in.
12.Cooking smelly food like fish? Vinegar neutralizes odors. Add a couple of tablespoons to a bowl and leave it on the kitchen counter.
13.Clean the microwave by boiling a 1/4 cup of vinegar to loosen splattered food. Afterward use a cloth to wipe the microwave clean.
14.Kill germs in the bathroom by wiping down fixtures with a rag damp with vinegar.
15.Clean soap scum, mildew and grime from the bathtub, tile and curtains by wiping down with vinegar and rinsing with water.
16.Clean your glasses by using a drop of vinegar and a lint-free cloth.
17.Instead of using toner in your beauty routine, use vinegar to clean your face.
18.Deodorized your smelly lunch box by wiping it clean with vinegar.
19.Relieve a sore throat by gargling vinegar.
20.Have itchy feet? Immerse your feet in vinegar to fight athlete’s foot.
21.Toenails turning yellow? Fight nail fungus by saturating your nails with vinegar. Apparently, tea tree oil also helps.
22.Eliminate animal urine stains and odor from carpet by wiping it clean with an old rag and vinegar.
23.Unclog a shower head by immersing in vinegar.
24.Remove decals, bumper stickers, or price tag by wiping down with vinegar. Alcohol also helps.
25.Spray vinegar around doors and window frames, under appliances and along other known ant trails to repeal them.
26.Add to water and food coloring to make dyed eggs even brighter.
27.Rid your toilet bowl of rusty rings with a diluted vinegar solution.
28.Rub on windows with newspaper or cloth to get a clearer view.
29.Kill mold with vinegar instead of bleach.
30.Combine with lemons and baking soda for an all purpose cleaner.
31.Mix with salt to form a paste. Apply to remove discoloration from copper-bottomed pots and pans. Let sit, then scrub with steel-wool.
Have A Fabulous & Frugal Day!!!!!!!
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