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Don't use expensive proprietary cleaners on ceramic hobs, use a value brand cream cleanser and finish off by buffing up with a few drops of white vinegar on a soft cloth to shine it up.
Posted by tiger_greeneyes in Kitchen. Faves: 0
Need suggestion. I had a fire in my kitchen which has left the walls and the roof stained with smoke. I could wipe off only a part of it though not clearly. was wondering if there is a way to clean the walls to avoid repainting. TRY USING A SUGAR SOAP SOLUTION :)
Posted by tiger_greeneyes in Kitchen. Faves: 0
To remove stubborn burnt on food from saucepans/frying pans, add a tablespoons or 2 of laundry powder/a tablet and water and boil on cooker until spotless again. Wash pan thoroughly afterwards.
Posted by tiger_greeneyes in Kitchen. Faves: 0

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Not a tip-question- does anyone know how to get burned on food, grease,etc of the stainless steel baskets under electric stove burners? I can't stand the look of foil on them.
Posted by charlie_hanning in Kitchen. Faves: 4294967295
A question....Does anyone know how to get a urine smell out of a wood floor?????
Posted by themboots in All other rooms. Faves: 4294967295
Glass shower doors will stay clean longer if you spray them lightly with furniture polish and then shine
Posted by filthyMINX in Bathroom. Faves: 47
to descale your kettle, pour some malt vinegar and water (50/50) over the element of your kettle, and boil the kettle
Posted by filthyMINX in Kitchen. Faves: 37
To stop the bottom of your shower curtain from becoming discoloured or mouldy, coat it with baby oil
Posted by i_love_kim in Bathroom. Faves: 37
It's a pre-recycling one. When you've finished squeezing your lemon, don't chuck it in the bin or compost. Cut it open and rub it over your hair - it will give you natural highlights in the sun! Of course if you favour dark hair - stay well clear! Oh and of course - then chuck it in the compost bin :)
Posted by Spicknspan in Kitchen. Faves: 29
To clean beneath your fridge, tie a sock to a stick or the end of a broom handle
Posted by kill_the_mess in Kitchen. Faves: 26
Wipe large items like freezers and washing machines with car wax to make them shine and to remove small scratches.
Posted by filthyMINX in Kitchen. Faves: 26
Glass shower doors quickly look grubby, and limscale can be hard work to get rid of. Try using a squeegee – the sort that motoring shops sell for car windscreens – for a sparkling look in minutes.
Posted by filthyMINX in Bathroom. Faves: 25
Remove mildew from shower curtains by scrubbing with a paste of bicarbonate of soda and water. Then rinse in plenty of clean water.
Posted by i_love_kim in Bathroom. Faves: 21
 
 

 

 

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