Is Borax Safe to Use Around Children?
I use just ordinary table salt on my carpets. I buy the large containers of store brand table salt sprinkle it all over my carpet & vacuum it up after a few days. Be sure to take the vacuum bag out to the garbage can so that any surviving fleas dont escape...
Rodent Control Suggestions?
My dad has horses & he had the same problem....rather than using poison or traps he got an outside cat. It worked, he hasnt had a mouse/rat for years.
Making the Bride a Memento from Her Father's Dress Shirt?
I think the shirt would make a great pillow for the rings. She could keep it after as a decor pillow in her home.
Scuff Marks On Laminate Floors?
Try putting a tennis ball on the end of a mop or broom stick, & use it like you would a mop. I have heard this works great on scuff marks, I have also seen the janitor doing this on the floors & my daughters school.
What Can I Use to Weight a Doll?
I suggest using rice like a few of the other posters did. By the way, we are neighbors, I live in Monroe! Small world!
Removing a Dried Blood Stain on a Bed Quilt?
I use a product called LAs Awesome cleaner. You can get it at Dollar General or even the Dollar Tree. Its very inexpensive & it works! I have got blood, gatorade, pet urine stains, grease, red clay & more out of my clothes & bedding. I have even used it in...
Grape Soda Stain on Carpet?
Try LAs Awesome cleaner. You can get it at Dollar General or the Dollar Tree. My husband came home with his pale yellow shirt covered in dried red gatorade. I diluted the Awesome cleaner 1:1 with water & sprayed it on the stain & it dissappered before I could...
Cleaning Dirty Work Clothing?
I have to agree with the poster that recommended the Awesome cleaner from the Dollar Tree or Dollar General. I love that stuff & use it on everything. I pre-teat my laundry with a solution of 1:1 in a spray bottle. My husband spilled an entire bottle of red...
Cleaning a Crock Pot?
If I ever have cooked on food I use a dryer sheet. Just put the dryer sheet in the bottom & run hot water over it making sure that the water level covers the food & let it sit for an hour or so. Then just wipe the food off with the dryer sheet. Works everytime...
Flea Deterrent Using Citrus and Murphy's Oil Soap?
Not sure about citrus oils. I know that you can sprinkle regular table salt on the carpets & let sit for a day or two & vacuum. This works for me. I am a dog groomer & when I have a dog come in that has a flea problem I bathe them with regular Dawn dish soap...
Cleaning Solution for Carpet Cleaner?
I purchased a product called Awesome from the dollar store after reading numerous reviews about how wonderful it worked. I diluted it in a spray bottle to treat the stains before diluting it in the carpet cleaning machine & it worked great. On the bottle it...
How To Kill Mold?
Paint over it with Kilz. It kills any mold you have & prevents it from spreading. Good luck.
When is a Yard Treated for Parvo Safe for Dog to Play In?
Parvo stays in the ground for many years. Check with your vet & be sure to have your baby vaccinated.
Killing Algae in Backyard Fishpond?
I use a product called AlgaeFix. It is safe for fish & plants, I have aprroximately 25 fish in my pond & lots of plants & have never had an issues. It works very well.
Watch Out for Lead Content in Crystal Beads
The lead content in Swarovski crystals would only be dangerous if you crushed the crystal into powder form & ingested it. They are perfectly safe to use. Even if the crystal were to be swallowed the glass coating would not break down, therefor these are in...
Can Skin Oil From Dog Paws Fade a Leather Couch?
That is the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard! Dogs paws arent oily like skin, as a matter of fact they usually are very dry. Dont let that repair man get over on you, sounds like he doesnt have a clue what hes talking about!
Frugal Pet Shampoo?
Do Not Use shampoo intended for people! People shampoo is not good for any animals skin, however you can use baby shampoo. I am a professional groomer when I have a dog come in that has a flea problem I bathe them with plain old Dawn dishsoap. The key is not...
