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Amber @AmbiePam (120871) • United States 16 Mar 16

I used to use a product called Goo Be Gone, which was great at getting things like stickers completely off the surface it was attached to (even bumper stickers off cars). Unfortunately, I haven't seen that product offered in a...

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Uses for Packing Tape

Rohvannyn Shaw @Rohvannyn (3098) • United States 5 Nov 15

Everybody knows about duct tape (or duck tape) but packing tape is great too. Here's some great ways to use clear packing tape! As lamination for cards and small pieces of paper. Looks surprisingly good! As protection for...

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My favorite household hint

mysticmaggie @mysticmaggie (2498) • United States 1 Apr 12

is to clean the toilet as good as you possibly can, drain the water out and turtle wax it! Another is using Bounce fabric softener sheets to ward off bugs of all kinds. Either rub it over arms, face and legs or just carry a...

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So I was looking under the bed where I keep

cynthiann @cynthiann (18612) • Jamaica 30 Jun 10

loads of books in airtight plastic containers. Somecowgirl's discussion prompted this action. Thought it was time to donate some more to our local Cancer Society. So I thumbed through one very old (38 years) book on household...

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Do you know ways to use Hair Conditioners other than for the hair?

rosepedal64 @rosepedal64 (4188) • United States 13 Aug 09

I have been writing and posting comments on mylot for about 6 weeks now. I would like to share with you some ideals that work for me when it comes to the common bathroom item. It is nothing more than the hair conditioner. Do you...

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Do You Have A Favorite Household Hint To Share?

wachit14 @wachit14 (3595) • United States 14 Aug 08

Do you have a favorite household hint that you can share? I have many, but one of my favorites is for my knitwear and fleecewear. Pilling can really ruin a the look of any clothing item. It used to drive me crazy, but I found a...

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jer31558 @jer31558 (3683) • United States 5 May 08

I have always heard that you can use hairspray to remove ink from cloth, you can also make your own icepack for injuries by combining alcohol and water in a zip lock bag, it will only freeze to a mush and not solid. So, what are...

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Household Tips To Help You Around The House.

BinKsBaBy @BinKsBaBy (505) • United States 29 Nov 07

I am going to try and post Helpful Hints from time to time and hope to get lots of all of your guys tips in return. I will also like any comments on how these ideas worked or FAILED for you. Im looking forward to hearing from...

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Home Remedies and Helpful Hints using VODKA.

gifana @gifana (4833) • Portugal 19 Apr 07

I like Vodka and Tonic and Vodka Martini's. I always felt that Vodka was good for the soul and mental peace. However, there are a lot more things that Vodka is good for besides drinking. The only doubt I have is whether it has to...

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Removing a candle from a jar

songbirdnaimh @songbirdnaimh (1422) • United States 7 Apr 07

...without leaving any waxy residue. I'm doing some "cleaning out" and found a half burned candle in a pretty round antique looking jar. I don't want the candle anymore but I remember that I actually bought it so I could use...

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Great Household Product JOKE : Tide and Hefty Bags - How handy!

kbkbooks @kbkbooks (7022) • Canada 5 Apr 07

Ok This is about Household products, but it IS a joke. Don't be calling the police on me please. My husband is alive and well and he does the laundry with generic detergent. I don't think Tide has ever been in this house!! I also...

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Household Hints

shrimaxi @shrimaxi (9) • India 11 Mar 07

To get rid of bed-bugs in your household,mix alum in hot water and sprinkle the water on the cot,especially at the joints and corners.

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Other cool uses for household items: Who knew?

kbkbooks @kbkbooks (7022) • Canada 29 Jan 07

Eliminate ear mites. All it takes is a few drops of Wesson corn oil in your cat's ear...Massage it in, then clean with a cotton ball. Repeat daily for 3 days. The oil soothes the cat's skin, smothers the mites, and accelerates...

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Cleaning shower

Grammasherri @sherrir101 (3670) • Malinta, Ohio 25 Jan 07

I have soap scum problem and need help! How to I get it off not using scratchy stuff?

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Household Hints

ElusiveButterfly @ElusiveButterfly (45941) • United States 6 Dec 06

Refinish Antiques or Revitalize Wood: Use equal parts of linseed oil, white vinigar, and turpentine. Rub into furniture (or wood) with soft cloth and lots of elbow grease. For Ease in Sliding: Rub wax along sliding door,...

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