Odors in the Microwave Q. Some popcorn got burned in our microwave; consequently, our microwave not smells like burned popcorn. Do you have any suggestions as to how to get the odor out? Thanks — TFeauto • Boiling a cup full... Read More
Melted Balloon Stain Q. Any idea how to get the stain of a melted balloon out of a fine linen handkerchief? Thank you, Heather A. I don’t know if it will work, but have you tried freezing the handkerchief? Trish
Ink On Expensive Suit Q. Please help me!! I have a very expensive suit (Jones New York) light color – sort of manila envelope shade that somehow has ink stains on one of the sleeves. I have tried everything under... Read More
Ink Marks on the Walls Q. Do you have a remedy for removing ink marks off walls? Angela Try using hair spray on the Ink Marks. It will work on clothing and other things. Wilma Try spraying a little WD-40... Read More
Removing Grease Stains Q. How do you get grease stains from a barbecue off the cement on a patio? Ray Sprinkle liberally with kitty litter. Make sure it’s clay-based and not one of the newer chemical ones. The clay will... Read More
Removing Gasoline Smells Q. I accidentally spilled gasoline on a foot pad for the back seat of my car. I have tried detergent, Clorox mixture, and sunshine. So far, I still cannot get the smell out. Does anyone know... Read More
Fingernail Polish On Clothing Q. I painted my daughters fingernails the other day and before they were dry she tried to straighten up her dress. Now there is pink nail polish all over the back of her beige colored... Read More
Removing Dark Eye Makeup From Washcloths Q. I’m having a terrible time removing dark eye make-up stains from light colored terry cloth washcloths. I’ve tried a lot of different things…desolvit, bleach, goop, spray ‘n wash, dishwasher powder, soaking all night…nothing... Read More
Removing Dog Hair Q. I’ve got a dog that sheds quite a bit. I’ve tried the "Swiffer Sweepers", but they don’t pick up the hair like I’d hoped. Can someone give me a tip for picking up all this hair... Read More
Non-Toxic Disinfectant Cleaning Spray Making your own household cleaners will save lots of cleaning supplies money over the years, but the real savings are in being able to rid your home of toxic chemicals that not only affect children and... Read More