July 29, 2007 by momma.

Many problems can be caused by moisture in bathrooms. This is what I do when I find that moisture is an issue.

Hide charcoal in various places around your bathroom to help soak some moisture up. This also helps minimize any unpleasant odors.

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Momma

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July 21, 2007 by momma.

Simple Grout Cleaning Tips

After time bathroom grout will begin to start looking gross. These are a some techniques to clean up that bathroom grout:

You can use a circular typewriter eraser to erase the dirt between tiles. Just rub it down the grout. Most typewriter erasers will come with a small brush to clear the eraser leavings.

Old toothbrushes are great for scrubbing mildew on the grout or areas where mold will grow. Hard to remove stains can be covered with an abrasive powder that contains bleach. Make a paste with the powder and let it sit for AT LEAST 30 minutes. Afterwards, scrub and rinse the area with warm water. You can find a variety of commercial products to eliminate mildew, but they usually contain bleach also.

Keep your grout looking new by gently rubbing it with a piece of fine grain sandpaper. To keep the grout looking this way simply coat it with tile sealer.

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Momma!

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July 13, 2007 by momma.

This is my method for removing those horrible water rings from wood tables, night stands, etc.

I mix some toothpaste with an equal portion of baking soda in a small bowl. Make sure the toothpaste is paste and not a gel type. Rub the mixture with your hand on the stain until it begins to feel warm. It could take a few tries for the water stains to disappear. Once the stains are no longer visible, use a damp sponge or cloth to wipe up the mixture. Follow up with your regular wood wax/cleaner and your wood surface is stain free!!

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June 16, 2007 by momma.

This is how I clean and sterilize my sponges. I always use sterile sponges when doing any of my housekeeping services.

· I rinse out the sponge in the sink. I make sure there are no suds. Make sure the sponge is still wet. Don’t squeeze the water out. A dry sponge may catch fire.

· I put the wet sponge into the microwave. I microwave ordinary sized sponges for two minutes on the highest power setting. For your safety please do not leave the microwave unattended.

· I usually let the sponge cool for another two minutes before I remove it from the microwave. Be very carefully because it could still be hot.

· Once the sponge is completely cooled down it can be used again. Now you have a sterilized sponge.

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Momma

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May 28, 2007 by momma.

A friend told me about a great spot remover. I asked her what it was and where to get it. She told me that she makes it at home with a few common household ingredients. If she ever moves to San Diego I should hire her for housekeeping service. ha! I gave it a try and it works wonders. I still haven’t had the chance to use it on an old stain. If any one tries it an an old stain please let me know the outcome. Here is what she told me to do.

First, mix equal parts the following ingredients in a small bowl:
* Hydrogen peroxide
* Rubbing alcohol
* Vinegar

Second, shake the mixture well. Locate your stain and pour a small amount onto it.

Third, let your mixture sit on the stain for about 5 minutes. DO NOT let the mixture sit too long on the spot or the peroxide could damage the stained area.

Next, you dab the area with a clean washcloth.

Lastly, wIth a clean side of the wash cloth you should be able to rub the rest of the stain away.

Warning: Use caution when handling these chemicals. Do not let the mixture make contact with your eyes. If your mixture makes contact the eyes, it may cause blindness. If contact with mouth or eye occurs, immediately rinse the area for 5 to 7 minutes. If irritation is persistent, you should consult with doctor or poison control center.

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Momma

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