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Link: Microsoft's Free Virus Program
There are free Registry Scaner and Cleaners available online....[AMAZING how fast and smooth your computer runs after Registry cleanup] System Restore is a lifesaver; but you should always keep your protection softwares updated! Malwarebytes.com is a freebie...

 

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Computer Is Running Slowly?
Reformat the harddrive? Id rather hang myself. Run all Virus, Malware [suspicion #1], Spyware [suspicion #2] and Trojanware softwares and also there are free Registry Scaner and Cleaners available online....[AMAZING how fast and smooth your computer runs after...

 

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Elliptical is Squeaking?
Take a q-tip and apply some Vaseline to the spot; if you can find some Slick 50 lubricant in Auto Parts[or similar] it should last longer than the WD-40.

 

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Deleting Favorites From Homepage?
If actually on your toolbar, [without putting your fingers on the mouse buttons], just place your cursor over the item; now press the right button on your mouse. A menu will pop-up and select Delete with the left mouse button, If in your Favorites pull down...

 

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Debit Card Number Stolen While Shopping on a Secure Site?
Sorry, I got off-base with my comment; confusing credit card with debit card. Isnt your debit card linked to your checking account??? If youre going to be doing financial transactions online, then it should be with a credit card....I doubt that a bank will...

 

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Print On The Back Side Of Paper
I also use the back-side printing for printed copies of online financial transactions, orders, etc. once posted on their site, or received email confirmation, I shred the document. Also check your printer setting to see if the setting is at about 300dpi, some...

 

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Use Facebook To Reconnect With Family
I had to delete FB. I was getting a severe virus [Security Tools] through FB and it locked up my computer, after the second time I had taken my computer to my repair guy, he said he had 6 computers in for repair that received the same virus via FB, he said...

 

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Use Facebook To Reconnect With Family
justplainjo: the Security Tools virus bypasses all antivirus software, including all the big boys, AVG is good, but Avast, Microsoft Securities, Malware Removal, and TrojanHunter missed it also, not to mention all of the other computers that were infected by...

 

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Preventing an Ink Cartridge From Drying Out?
If youre not using your color cartridge(s) much, then make a habit of doing a tone-up weekly to test the colors....I have a bad habit of doing most of my printing with the black cartridge and have lost/wasted a color cartridege..

 

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Getting Personal Information from an Email Address?
Use Gmail or Yahoo for multiple email addresses. Is your old friend a stalker? or is she really an old friend or do you owe her money?

 

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How Do I Email Digitized Photos?
Another way to send one or more pics: 1) Open the file to display pics. 2) Hold down the control key 3) Place your cursor over the pics that you want to send, then left-click to hightlight each. 4) After finishing your selection(s), right-click the mouse and...

 

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Removing Rust from Cast Iron Pan?
http://www.wikihow.com/Remove-Rust-from-a-Cast-Iron-Skillet After you remove the rust, I assume you want to use this for cooking; you will have to go through the steps to season skillet, once seasoned, Do not scour or wash with soap again. Treat it as a delicate...

 

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Trouble Running Anti Virus Software on Infected Computer?
1) Can you do a System Restore? 2) If you and your office IT person are on good terms, can you ring him/her and ask if they can help you by letting them take control of your computer remotely (Remote Assistance.....under Program Files)

 

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Trouble Running Anti Virus Software on Infected Computer?
Im glad that everyone is up & running, theres no frustration like puter frustration :( There are a couple of great free software: Avast & Malwarebytes I know theres always a bigger & better but these two have been good to me, and not to mention that System...

 

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Getting Gum Out of a Dryer?
Massage a small dab of creamy peanut butter on it and wipe away. WD-40 on a paper towel may be just as good.

 

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What Could Cause a Phone to Ring Once Every Night?
http://ask.metafilter.com/113663/Cordless-phone-mysteriously-rings My guess is that your handset is at fault and is experiencing an interference issue. Have you had the very same handset during this 3-month period? Ask Verizon if they will loan you another...

 

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Yellowed Cotton Clothing?
Use Mrs. Stewarts Bluing in your rinse cycle. Dont put too much in or it will stain bluish spots, just a few gradual washings using the bluing in all of your white washes and youll see brilliant, white clothing. http://www.mrsstewart.com/ Even if there are...

 

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Has Anyone Used Rain X on Shower Doors?
Why bother with Rain-X? Clean your shower doors; stop using soap and only use Shower Gels. Get a good silicone squeege [from Auto Parts] and a Microfiber cloth, a quick squeege and a wipe down with the Microfiber after the last shower of the day, and youre...

 

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Computer Only Operates in Safe Mode After Adding Memory?
You MAY have installed too much memory. Although there are slots, computers can be limited to the amount of RAM (my computer has an ANSUS motherboard, but if I put 3gb of RAM, the bus will drop from 333DR to 222DR, dont know if that is your issue, or THE issue...

 

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Downloading Music?
Free MP3 Converters: http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&aq=1&oq=MP3+CONVERT&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4GGLL_enUS350US350&q=mp3+converter+free+download

 

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Repairing a Leaky Water Heater?
Im betting that the Water Heater is beyond life, that small leak is telling you to replace it before you have a flooded floor. its rusted out.

 

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Monitor Starts Up Dark and Flickers?
Try this..... http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-10878_11-1059562.html http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&aq=1&oq=flickering+monitor+&ie=UTF-8&rlz=1T4GGLL_enUS350US350&q=flickering+monitor+screen

 

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Anti Virus Software Recommendations
Carly34... Can I still use Google as my search engine once Firefox is installed? Ive gotten used to the toolbar shortcuts, especially AutoFill.... Thanks. btw...I have some good friends that live on 114th St. there in Lynnwood.... beautiful area!!!

 

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Keep a Journal By Your Computer
This is what I use my Favorites for, and I also do a Copy n Paste for items that I place in specified folders in My Documents.

 

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Can I Tint My Eyeglasses at Home?
Im assuming that they are prescription glasses and you want to keep the frame. Take the glasses to a local discount Optometrist and tell them you want tinted lens inserted in your frame. From the adverts Ive seen there are plenty of Optometrists about that...

 

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How Do I Find an Inexpensive Photographer and Videographer?
Search for a local Camera Club. There are serious amateur photographers in the club that can provide your needs. You may just get lucky with the results but remember you cant re-do the wedding, so think this carefully!

 

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Removing Paint Marks From a Car's Finish?
A good Automobile Cleaner-Polish may work [depending on how severe the issue], if that doesnt work, a Polishing Compound should do it easily. Just be careful. It doesnt take much effort. If youre too aggressive, you can go straight through the paint to the...

 

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Installing Corel Print Office 2000 on XP Machine?
I hope this helps.... http://www.corel.com/servlet/Satellite/us/en/Content/1152796555474

 

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Laundry Disinfectant?
I second Deelis suggestion; a little Chlorine [if any] for the WASH cycle, and 3/4 cup of [clear] vinegar in the rinse cycle. Vinegar is antiseptic and antibiotic; any vinegar odor will only be a 5-10 minute issue. Your clothes will be squeaky clean with no...

 

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Use Bath Scrubby To Wash Car
You can spray the tar, grease, and bug spots with WD-40. It will soften/dissolve the debris and you can wash it off without harming the clear coat. You should only scrub your cars clear coat finish with a cotton terry cloth or microfiber cloth. That is, if...

 

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Repairing a Plastic Zipper That Burst Open?
Take it to a shoe repair shop and have a new zipper put in. Go for a heavier-duty one.

 

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Problems With Windows OS Computer at Startup?
This may be an issue of the Microsoft warning NOT to press the F1 key if using WinXP.... See previous thread: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf58402249.tip.html

 

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Setting Up Dual Monitors on Your Computer?
1) Im assuming that you already have one monitor functioning with your home computer; now add another Video Card to your computer (following the Manufacturers instructions). 2) From the CONTROL PANEL, click on the DISPLAY icon. 3) After youve installed the...

 

Dryer Burns Out Outlets?
In agreement with zoodad, Im guessing that the cord you are using is only rated for 15 amps. You should have at least a 20amp cord. If you cant find one readily, then go to a hardware store and buy a 20a 5-20p [plug], length of SJO [2wire w/ground] cord and...

 

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Changing the Resolution on a Monitor?
If youre still having issues with the web pages being too big, do this: In the bottom right-hand corner of your screen, you should see a number. If it is greater than 100%, click on the adjacent down-arrow and select 100%. If the text is still too large, go...

 

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Autocad Software Version for Windows 7, 64 Bit OS?
You should enroll at a local University for a course in AutoCad; then you can purchase the Student version of AutoCad at the Book Store.... much, much cheaper..... http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ps/dl/item?siteID=123112&id=14056350&linkID=9240617

 

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Autocad Software Version for Windows 7, 64 Bit OS?
AutoCad 2000 isnt compatible with Win7. Its too old. Autodesk does not officially support 2009 and older versions of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT on Windows 7. If you choose to run older versions of AutoCAD on the Windows 7 operating system, you may opt to use Windows...

 

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Adobe Flash Player Doesn't Work With Windows Vista?
http://www.tech-recipes.com/rx/2153/vista_adobe_flash_player/

 

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Adobe Flash Player Doesn't Work With Windows Vista?
If you havent corrected your problem yet, Ive found that trying to update Adobe Reader or Flash Player without uninstalling the previous version caused some non-desirable issues. Now, I uninstall the present version and install the current version (Ive also...

 

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Daily Shower Cleaner Recipe?
1) Stop using bar soap, use Shower Gel (this will eliminate 95% of soap scum). 2) Squeegee the walls (all vertical surfaces). 3) Wipe the remaining surfaces with a micofiber sponge. This only takes about 5 minutes and the shower will stay clean. (a good silicone...

 

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Daily Shower Cleaner Recipe?
My fiance lives for the House Proud award, so every 4 months or so, I take my Porter-Cable Orbital Polisher and tackle the shower walls and sink basin with Mothers Auto Wax. After drying, a quick wipe down with a terry cloth rag, and its beautiful once again...

 

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Safe and Friendly Drain Cleaner?
Not table salt, use baking soda and VINEGAR.

 

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Rust on a Teflon Baking Dish?
Sprinkle some Baking Soda on the rust and then add few drops of vinegar. If there is rust, that means that the TFE has been chipped away. Throw the pan away!

 

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Making Couch Cushions Firmer?
You need to replace the foam. Its worn out and no longer provides the support as new.

 

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Generic Versus Name Brand Bleach?
I buy generic also for just plain chlorine.

 

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Duct Tape Residue on a Car?
Saturate with either WD-40 or Mineral Oil and let it remain on for about an hour; you should be able to clean it off with a soft terry cloth or microfiber towel.

 

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Organizing Bookmarks in Firefox?
I use the same principle... Go to: a.Favorites b.Select: Add to Favorites When the marque opens, select: New Folder Type your description [Recipes] in the data field

 

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Using 12 Gauge Wire With a 15 Amp Breaker?
Absolutely safe. #12 gauge wire is the normal size wiring installed, even if the circuit breaker is smaller than 20amps. Sleep well. Youre absolutely safe! Its the rating of the ckt. bkr. that protects your electrical device....A 15a ckt. bkr. can accommodate...

 

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Double Thread When Sewing Buttons
You can buy button thread at the fabric shop. Its stronger.

 

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Cleaning Fabric Softener Dispenser?
Vinegar. It will also clean out the soap residue in the washer and drain lines.

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
Oh, you hit on one of my favorite peeves! Youre (you are) Your (your car, your tv, its possessive) Ive seen Major Television networks screw up these words on messages to the viewers. I cant understand how they got past the 2nd grade! I dont consider myself...

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
Laniegirl. Did you really live on the door of a car dealership? (just teasing) How about the word irregardless? :) Our grammar suffers when our educational system is as unknowledgable as the students it is trying to teach Blind leading the blind.

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
Nancy 45506, apostrophes are basically: a. Used in contractions (youre, dont, havent, etc.) b. Possessive tense (Bobbys, Pams) http://www.grammarbook.com/punctuation/apostro.asp (I think my HS English teachers are rolling over in their graves).

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
affect - An action effect - A result could of - [You're an idiot] couldve - Could have its - It is or it has its - Indicating possession loose - Not tightened lose - Failed to keep or maintain of their - Belonging to; indicating possession there - A place theyre...

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
Whats happened to the apostrophes?

 

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Allergic Reaction to Polyester Blanket from Walmart?
I would suggest that you let the blanket soak in a solution of water & vinegar. An allergic reaction from the polyester or dyes, the vinegar should eliminate it. Let the soaking last over night. (Id recommend at least 1/2 gallon of vinegar as a minimum; after...

 

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Restoring Revere Ware Pans?
Can you explain damaged? Is it S.S. or Aluminum? http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeoywo4/theshineshop2/id14.html

 

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Homemade Purified Water for Facials?
I dont know how water can be more pure than distilled water. Distilled water is condensed steam vapors; all impurities are removed. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Purified_water

 

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Skin Oil on Leather Furniture?
Your Automotive Dept. has excellent name brand leather cleaners and conditioners. Putting oil on leather will more than likely darken the area, then youll have to treat the entire piece.

 

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Cleaning a Pop Top Thermos?
Use a bottle brush & soapy water and a bit of bleach.

 

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Using WD-40 to Clean Stainless Steel Cookware?
If the interior is bluish, pour clear Vinegar, place cover on, and heat up to boiling point. Let set for about 2 minutes and pour into kitchen sink. If more drastic measures are required, use MAAZ S.S. Cleaner [a paste usually found with all the other household...

 

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Leave Printer Off Until Needed
My Printer comes on during Startup, but I just turn it off as a habit; plus when I print anything, I just highlight the data that I want, then select Selection when prompted for the print. This saves ink as well. Id recommend that you print out receipts using...

 

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Mold on the Bathroom Ceiling?
After Foxrun41s remedy, always use a mold preventive prior to painting in an area subject to moisture, ie: Kilz..

 

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Removing Cooking Grease Spatters from Window Glass?
Sprinkle Whiting on a damp, sudsy sponge and gently wipe over the area. The whiting will stick to any grease or foreign objects. Whiting Is a very fine, white powder used for polishing glass, as well as any porcelain items such as ovens, sinks, tubs, etc. and...

 

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Removing Cooking Grease Spatters from Window Glass?
For tough grease removal, while at the paint store ask for TSP (TriSodium Phosphate)...it eats grease. :)) Read the instructions and wear gloves; if you dont your hands will be very, very dry.

 

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Using a Pizza Cutter On Marble Countertop?
If you want to keep your countertop looking new, Id recommend that you either cut the pizza while still on the baking pan or invest in a cutting board. Marble is not scratch or cut resistant. http://www.helium.com/items/786336-how-to-remove-scratches-from-marble

 

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Oiling Hair Clippers?
Mineral Oil. Turn the clipper on for a few seconds, then wipe dry.

 

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Saving on Your Long Distance Bill?
I too use pre-paid calling cards for long distance. Presently I can ring London for 1.8 cents/min; no connection fee; no maintenance feel. I put the access number in Memory and its just one push of the button to connect. Been doing this for years. Just do a...

 

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Food Cooked in New Electric Skillet Tastes Like Plastic?
All is not lost and you can make your daughter a happy camper. Fill the skillet 3/4 full of a 50/50 solution of Vinegar [clear one] and water; place cover, bring to a boil and let set covered overnight [min. ~8 hours]. Pour into sink; wash skillet and let air...

 

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Can I Renew the Non-stick Surface on Pots?
http://tuberose.com/Teflon.html You should rid all similar cookware as well as Aluminum [has been linked to Alzheimers]. Quality Stain. Steel cleans as well as the coated items; is lifetime durable and is an addition to your kitchen. The large Dept. stores...

 

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Repairing Contrast on Samsung SyncMaster LCD Monitor?
If you havent tried to correct your trailing tail pointer...go to: 1) Start 2) Control Panel 3) Mouse 3.1) Select: Pointer 3.2) Now select the operating function that you want. As for the Contrast, here is the 940MG Manual...look on page 31 for Contrast control...

 

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Cleaning a Stainless Steel Sink?
The black is a normal result from cleaning/polishing metals (S.S., Copper, Brass, etc.) Gel Gloss is excellent. If you ever have scratches or stains that seem impossible to remove, get MAAS. available practically everywhere. http://www.metalbrite.net/page/1017618

 

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Use Bread Crust To Clean Iron Skillets
I doubt it. Corn meal will absorb any/all oily residue (ie, the seasoning) in the skillet. The skillet probably does look cleaner, but youve also lost a lot of seasoning in the skillet. A soaking and rubbing with a non-soapy object is best. If you choose to...

 

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Sealing Chipped Paint on Old Doors?
If you used them as shelves, wouldnt you only see the edges?

 

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GE Front Loader Won't Complete Wash Cycle Without Restarting?
Front control board....my theory: timer function is kaput. http://www.google.com/search?rls=ig&hl=en&source=hp&q=troubleshooting+ge+front+load+washer&aq=0&oq=troubleshooting+ge+front+&aqi=g1

 

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Cigarette Smoke Odors on Stuffed Animals?
First; take those cigarettes away from the children; this should be a good lesson to them as to how difficult it is to get rid of nicotine. Secondly; set the stuffed animals out in the fresh air for a month or three (weather protected of course) or third: bag...

 

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Advice for Quitting Smoking?
A hypnotherapist (Elviss no less) had me down to 1 pack the 1st week; 1/2 pack the 2nd week; 2 cigs the 3rd week. I was a 2pk/day for 27 years; more if I were drinking [I never left the house at 10pm without 3 full packs]. Zero cigs in the past 29 years. Here...

 

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Removing Tree Sap from Silverware?
A cotton shop rag dampened with WD40 should do the trick [did I hear someone say Avons Skin so Soft??] For a non-scratching, polish product go to a good paint supply house and get Whiting, its a super-fine white powder that is used for polishing any smooth...

 

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Adding UV Coating to Glasses?
There are UV additives for eyeglasses, however once applied, Im afraid that when you clean your glasses, youll remove the application. I think your best bet is to return to the Optomologist and have it applied. Hindsight is 20/20 but in this case its $$/$$

 

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Tar on Microfiber?
No matter what you do, when the tar dissolves, its going to be a mess. That being said, Mineral Spririts or Mineral Oil will disolve the tar. Id try the Spirits with a small toothbrush and try to keep the area of cleanup to a minimum.

 

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Clothing Wetter Than Normal After Washing?
Another simple solution could be that there is a lint buildup in the discharge lines [thus limiting the amount of water being drained]. The washing machine is equipped with timers; not sensors. Pull the drain hose out from the drain line and verify if the line...

 

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Cleaning Vintage Porcelain Chandelier?
Is it possible to use Bathtub Spray cleansers (ie Dow)?

 

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Nicotine Stains on Lamp Shades?
To permanently prevent nicotine stains from the white fur lamp shades, restrict all smoking to the outdoor porch [white fur lampshade?]

 

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Solutions for Dry Hands?
Petroleum Jelly was discovered as a by-product of oil rigs. The deck hands [no pun] hands healed faster than normal, and Crisco Shortening was once hailed by Duke University as Miracle C. Other good skin soothers are Castor Oil and Glycerin. Vinegar is excellent...

 

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Restoring Straps on Vintage Wooden Skis?
Neatsfoot oil for the leather and if the buckles are chrome, scrub with aluminum foil and coca-cola...or a good [automotive] rust remover/polish.. Boiled Linseed oil is excellent for preserving wood, however Im not sure if the treated wood would allow waxing...

 

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Buying an Old-fashioned Dust Mop?
http://www.sladust.com/ http://hubpages.com/hub/dust-mop

 

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Fixing a Glider Rocker That Squeaks?
Parafin wax (candle) is best applied by rubbing it into the wood, melted wax will only pop off very quick.

 

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Using Vinegar in the Laundry?
As a bicycle rider, I wash my clothing in cold water and generally add about 2 cups of vinegar to the final rinse. If there ever is a scent, its only temporary [~5 -10 min.] but the plus-side is that the clothing is squeaky clean; no perfumes or odors to attract...

 

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Washing Walls and Ceilings?
TS[ (TriSodium Phosphate) available in the paint department... http://www.naturalhandyman.com/iip/infxtra/inftsp.html

 

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Hair Washing Tips
Use Baby Shampoo for gentle care of the hair and you cant beat Apple Cider Vinegar for total conditioning of the hair.

 

Rust Stain on Antique Wooden Ice Box?
Have you looked at Restor-a-finish? http://www.howardproducts.com/restora.htm

 

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Deleting Temporary Files On Your Computer
tootiepunkin: Ive never had Vista, but you can follow the steps and if the Temporary files appear this should work. Crafty Chrissy: Not exactly sure of your situation. Go to a pix in your regular folder and copy it to another folder. Then just delete it from...

 

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Deleting Temporary Files On Your Computer
If youre not exactly sure how to search for all files ending with a file extention .tmp as justplainjo suggested, do this: 1. Go to and click on: Start (bottom left) 2. Select: Search 3. Select: All files and folders. 4. In the data-field for: All or part of...

 

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Deleting Temporary Files On Your Computer
Crafty Chrissy, I know what you mean about being skeptical. I too have my doubts sometimes when messing with the puter. Id suggest that if you see some items listed in the temp folder, download the original files to a disc or CD. Then proceed with the cleanout...

 

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Removing Car Grease Stains From Clothing?
Another old method of removing grease and paint from work clothes is to wash them separately using [electric] dishwasher detergent...its pretty harsh on clothing, so dont wash the everyday clothing with this method...

 

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Oven Cleaner for Soap Scum
To eliminate 95% of soap scum buildup, stop using bar soap. Start using the Soap Gels. After showering, squeegee the walls and shower door[I use the California Water Blade ($10 - $16 at Auto Parts Depts}. Excellent water removal and will not scratch the fiberglass...

 

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Cleaning Suede?
If the suede is light colored (tan) a sprinkling of corn meal rubbed in will clean it.. An Nunley10 says, the dye process is questionable; so travel at your own risk. Oddly enough the best Cleaners in Memphis were named Nunnelly :) (three Ns) and they did clean...

 

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Cleaning Antiques and Collectibles?
If you feel that you may want to sell the antiques in the future, leave the patina as is. Youll just be depreciating their value. Collectors want that patina. Instant Furniture Polish: Light Mineral Oil Wax for old furniture: Heat 1lb pure Beeswax in a container...

 

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Repairing Lid on Kitchen Craft Pot?
I think youre in luck! It seems that Kitchen Craft products have a lifetime warranty :)) http://www.cookforlife.com/parts.cfm

 

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Can I Clean Pots in a Self Cleaning Oven?
Spray the bottoms with Oven Cleaner and let them sit overnight in the sink. The grease should be dissolved by the morning and remaining remnants can be removed by scrubbing with liquid Metal Cleanser; first with 2/0 steel wool, followed by 4/0 steel wool. Develop...

 

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Lumpy Comforter?
If I recall correctly, placing a couple of tennis shoes in the dryer with the lumpy item will remove the lumps. Forgot to mention that this is also the method for drying pillows after theyve been washed.... ALWAYS REMOVE THE SHOE LACES to avoid them wrapping...

 

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Snobowl Discolored Stainless Steel Sink?
MAAS Metal Polish. Can be found in most Household Cleaner departments. A soft, cotton terry cloth and your sink will be so shiny you wont want to get it wet :)

 

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Vinegar for Cleaning Kitchen Up Grease
Sprinkle some Whiting onto the enamel too. This will not only remove grime that you cant see, but will polish the enamel as well.

 

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Removing Bite Marks on Crib Rail?
Guessing that the rail is plastic, you may have to seek a replacement rail. But the child will soon grow out of the baby crib, so why bother? If youre concerned about its condition because you want to pass it down as third hand, a good bacterial cleansing and...

 

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Tub Drain Rocker Arm Fell Into the Drain?
You may have to remove the p-trap, or go to the Automotive Parts store and buy a Retriever. If you have PVC plumbing, a magnetic type may be your salvation; if not, then the Spring-[4-fngers]clasp may be the answer. http://www.newmantools.com/erick/magnets...

 

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Turpentine Odors on Fabric?
Run a pre-soak cycle with 2 cups of (clear) vinegar; then add 2 cups of vinegar in the final rinse cycle. Leave the washer door open after completion. There will be a short lived vinegar smell but the turpentine odor should be gone (the vinegar will help cleanse...

 

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Fuel Additive for Gas Mower?
I use Seafoam in all my gas power tools, including my car[2 ccyle and 4 cycle]. Havent had any issues in all the years Ive been using it.. its available at Auto Parts stores (OReillys, AutoZone, etc.) http://www.seafoamsales.com/motor-treatment/index.html

 

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Removing Odors from Linens?
50/50 rinse solution of water & vinegar (clear) then a 100% cold water rinse. Any vinegar smell will be short lived (30 minutes). Plus this also helps to set the color in your linens.

 

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Washing Dishes with a Chamois?
Microfiber cloths are better.

 

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Removing Odors from Linens?
Not sure if your reference to Linens meant actual Linen cloth, or meant bed linens, etc. If bed linens, add 1 or 2 cups of clear Vinegar to the Rinse cycle of your wash..this will remove all soap perfumes and residue from the washing process. Your clothes will...

 

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Removing Sharpie from Metal?
Alcohol or denatured alcohol should do it.

 

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Cleaning Soap Scum Off Slate Tiles?
A good bathroom foam spray with a brush.Then get rid of the bar soap and start using Bath/Shower Gel.

 

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Swiffer for Laminate Floors?
I use the Swifter on my laminate floors. Havent noticed any damage.

 

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Substitute for Cast Iron Skillets?
There IS NO substitute for cast iron. If you want the iron taste to enhance the flavor of your dish.

 

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Salt Air Damage to Exterior Door?
Formbys products come to mind, as well as Restor-a-finish. http://www.formbys.com/products/ http://www.howardproducts.com/restora.htm Another solution would be to install a quality clear, storm door...a design that wouldnt distract the beauty of your mahogany...

 

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Use Baby Oil for Gum in Hair
Creamy Peanut Butter works just as well (if not better?)

 

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Smoke Stains on a Stove?
Go to a good paint store and ask for Whiting(its a very fine powder typically used for thickening paint). It is also used as a polishing ingredient of Auto Waxes (the white powder residue). It will not scratch porcelain or glass. Use a damp microfiber or terry...

 

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Bent and Dent Store Near West Palm Beach, FL?
If I help you, would you put me in your will?

 

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Removing Watermark on an Oak Table?
You might want to view Restor-a-finish.... should be at Home Depot.. http://www.minksemporium.com/Demonstration.html

 

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Women's Gun Clubs in Northern California?
Dont be shy...shoot against the men too [or is the temptation to reduce the male population too great? http://www.geocities.com/Area51/Vault/2182/ca.htm http://www.claytargetsonline.com/list.php/CA http://www.lewistongunclub.org/

 

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Pull String Not Starting Lawnmower?
Could be a multitude of things; bad/old gasoline; spark plug needs replacing; debris in fuel line; if youve checked these things, your only hope is to locate a small engine repair service locally. http://www.rusticgirls.com/landscaping/lawnmower-repair.html

 

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Cleaning Brass Fireplace Doors?
http://www.mrscleannw.com/tips/brass-cleaning.html

 

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Dandruff Problem?
Use a gentle shampoo on your hair (ie, Baby Shampoo) but give your hair a rinse of 1/2 Apple Cider Vinegar & 1/2 Water... Vinegar is antiseptic and antibiotic as well as an excellent hair conditioner...and you really dont need to shampoo every day..(keep a...

 

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Repairing A Cracked Plastic Tub?
I doubt that ordinary glue would make a repair; you should also use Acetone to clean the surface area before attempting to patch. I wonder if a Hot Glue application would suffice?

 

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Keeping Light Bulbs From Vibrating Loose?
I dont know why you couldnt put a small, thin strip of aluminum foil around the base(dont let the foil extend above the socket-base). The base is aluminum. Another method would be to securely anchor the bulb and socket-base with a piece of electrical tape[although...

 

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