Keeping Cats from Chewing Power Cords
I have the same problem so I have given him an old extension cord and put it under a piece of furniture so he can work to get it out. He now chews on that. I have also used bitter apple spray (bought at Pet Smart) and spray it on cords. He hates it and stays...
White Steam Mark on Wood Kitchen Cabinet?
I have experienced the same problem, but I used lemon oil and it restored my cabinet back to its natural state. I have not had any further problem with it and it has now been several months. Hope this will help your situation also.
Keeping Cats from Clawing Furniture?
Buy a bottle of Green Apple Spray at the pet store and just spray a little on your furniture and your cats will not go near it. They hate the citrus smell although I dont smell it. I use it wherever I need it when my cat does something he is not suppose to...
Ants in the Kitchen?
I agree that Terro is the best. The ants eat it and carry it back to their nests. Your ants will all be gone in a day or two. I bought mine at Walmart.
Styrofoam as Perlite Substitute
Can you grind styrofoam packing peanuts up and use the same as meat trays?
Keeping Cats Out of Flower Pots?
Buy some Green Apple Spray found at Pet stores and I believe Walmart carries it also. It has a citrus scent and cats hate it.
Inexpensive Ideas for 16th Birthday?
How about having a scavenger hunt. Have a selection of items they must find. You could take pictures in advance of items for them to locate. Ex.- a house with a missing shutter, a red door. Maybe this will give you an idea. Then when they return to the house...
Disposal Runs But Sink Won't Drain?
Something is clogged in your drain. Use a plunger and see if that will open it. I had the same problem with a plunger we opened it.
Freezing Mashed Potatoes?
I freeze mashed potatoes whenever I have any left over. I freeze them in a plastic container and when I remove them from my freezer I add a little butter and heat them in my microwave until hot. Then take a whisk and beat them and they taste freshly made.
Making Tomatoes Last Longer?
When you pick your tomatoes, wash them in a solution of 1 part white vinegar to 10 parts water. This kills the bacteria. Let them dry on their own. This also works for other fruits and vegetables.
Keeping Toaster Oven Cleaner?
Use a magic eraser to clean the glass on your toaster oven. It does a fabulous job of taking all the brown stains off.
Moen Faucet Handle Yellowing?
Moen stands back of their products and they will replace it free of charge. Call them and give them the Model Number. I have had parts replaced to my Moen Faucet and there never has been any charge.
Favorite Indoor Grill?
I use my George Foreman grill in my kitchen all the time. It works great and easy to clean. Tip on cleaning; after you take your food off of the grill lay a double layer of wet paper towel on the grill and close the lid. While you eat, the the food will soften...
Keeping Cats Off of the Counters?
Buy a bottle of bitter apple spray in the pet department. I get mine at Petsmart but I understand Wallmart carries it also. It is recommended for dogs to prevent scratching, but it is nothing in it to harm cats and they hate it. Spray it where you do not want...
Growing Lupines from Seed?
I let mine reseed themselves, but they are bi-annuals so the new ones coming up this year will not bloom until next year. They are one of my favorite flowers.
Cleaning a Concrete Birdbath?
I clean mine with clorox and a scrub brush and rinse it well with the hose.
Growing Lupines from Seed?
Plant your seed in the fall and they will come up in the spring Lupines are bi-annuals so they will not bloom until the second year. I have a huge bed and they are beautiful. I let mine reseed themselves.
Keeping Mosquitoes Away?
I read a post recently that if you spray Listerine around your area it will keep them away. I have not tried it, but thought I would if I am bothered by mosquitoes
Deer and Rabbit Deterrent
This recipe definitely does work as I have been using it for several years.
Stinky Pipes?
I solved my problem with Stinky Pipes by pouring some Clorox down the drain. I did use the plunger before I poured the Clorox in the drain. It was amazing how much dirt came up when I plunged
Link: Pet Donations For Free At FreeKibble.com
I too have been a member of FreeKibble.com for several years and I have learned so much about different kinds of cats and dogs while providing free food for them. I do encourage others to join this site.
Filters for a 4-Cup Coffee Pot?
Thanks to all of you. I am going to Walmart and Target this morning and will definitely check there for filters or the permanent filter I can wash.
Filters for a 4-Cup Coffee Pot?
I found the filters at Walmart. They were only $1.14 for a hundred filters. I appreciate your help so much.
Looking for Birman Kitten?
To the person who found Bermin kittens in NJ and VA. Could you give me more information. I have check Pet Finder but did not locate any. Thank you.
Looking for Birman Kitten?
Thank you to all who have responded. This has given us some leads and hopefully success. Ethel
Hatching Monarch Butterfly
That is so neat to watch them hatch. My grandchildren hatched lots of them last year and then turned the Monarch loose after they hatched.
Struggling Aloe Plant?
I grow Aloe plants all the time and have no problems. I use regular potting soil, they do not need sand and all that other stuff. Mine grow big and multiply greatly, in fact I transplant small ones and sell them at yardsales. Water when the ground feels dry...
Struggling Bamboo Plant?
I have had Bamboo since last June in water with stones. Mine is growing nicely and very green. I have not used anything but plain tap water. We have well water so it has no chlorine. If you have Chlorine in your water this might be killing it. Mine does not...
Struggling Bamboo Plant?
Wash everything and trim off yellowing leaves and cut back any soft or dried stems. Plant it back in the stones and use nothing but plain water. Hopefully, it will reroot and sprout new leaves. I have had mine for a year now and never changed the water, only...
Struggling Petunias?
Pinch them back pretty far if they are really spindly. Feed them and keep in sunshine. They should come back nicely. Keep watered also.
