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Pour 3% hydrogen peroxide solution into a clean spray bottle (not previously filled with toxic cleaners) and use it as you would any other household cleaner: spray on countertops and leave for a few minutes to sanitize
Rinds of 1 to 2 lemons To rid your sink of bad smells and replace it with lemon freshness, juice 1 to 2 lemons and save the rinds to run through the garbage disposal with plenty of cold water. It’s also a good way to dispose of older lemons that are past their prime and […]
2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar 1 small piece overripe fruit Plastic wrap If you happen to have a fruit fly infestation thanks to an overripe piece of fruit in the house, here’s a surefire formula to get rid of those little gnat-like creatures. Make a trap by placing a small piece of overripe fruit […]
1 cup (250ml) water 2 tablespoons (28g) baking soda 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice All produce needs a thorough washing before use, especially cucumbers and tomatoes, which typically have a waxy coating that can trap pesticides and other potentially harmful residues. Though there are plenty of produce washes on the market, you can skip the […]
If a fire occurs during cooking,, cover the bottom of the pan with salt and place a lid on top. It is also possible to use baking soda. Never use water because it can cause the fire to be splashed out of the pan and spread.
1/2 cup (110g) baking soda 1/2 cup (125ml) vinegar 2 quarts (2 liters) water A slow moving drain can be a harbinger of bigger problems unless it’s dealt with swiftly. But before you pour harsh chemicals down the drain, give this easy, natural formula a try: Start by pouring the baking soda in to the […]
1/2 cup (125ml) vodka peel of 1 lemon During cold and flu season, germs thrive on frequently touched surfaces, like doorknobs and toilet bowl handles. When someone in the house is under the weather, minimize the risk for everyone else by keeping this easy sanitizing spritzer on hand. Pour the vodka into a spray bottle […]
Kill germs in the bathroom and kitchen by mixing vinegar and water in a spritzer bottle. Apply liberally.
1/2 cup (150g) salt 1 cup (220g) baking soda 1 quart (1 liter) boiling water When the kitchen sink is slow to drain, a sludgy build-up in the pipes may be the culprit. Let a trusted combination of salt and baking soda take the place of harsh chemicals that may be bad for the pipes. […]
Use a fairly strong solution of baking soda and warm water to wash the kitchen garbage can out. It will keep the smell down as well. This is good for all plastic and stainless steel cans. Works wonders for diaper pails also