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Holy cow anifani I can't believe this thread is still going. I think this is a contender for longstanding blog if not a runner up for one of the longest w/ consistent content.
Hair dye-- prevention is easier. Farm sink rinse works best. hehehehe
Bleach droplets ruined clothes? Nah. Just bleach them the rest of the way so it's consistent. You've only lost some color, not the clothes. Once the color lack is uniform you can always try a RIT kit to transform it into something else if white bothers you. Personally I don't trust myself with anything white. Just too messy about life projects to volunteer for worry. Dirt color is far more forgiving a friend.
Georgia and carolina red clay? May I interest you in a terra cotta wardrobe?
ROFL!! Hey, Harborlady! Yes, this thread continues on . . . and I only wish I had it on my blog!!! This has been one of the most helpful idea exchanges EVER!!!
I have a velour outfit (love to wear them around the house - as frumpy as that sounds!!!) and ruined it w/ clorox. Leaned on the countertop after spraying it and so have these "stripes" on the sleeves! I think I will see if I can find some RIT DYE (anyone else remember using that back in the 70s?) and see if I can salvage that outfit. The only thing is - I seem to remember my momma using it and making a mess in the washing machine . . .
Hence the "while disinfecting the bathroom while at home".....I hope no one drinks bleach!
We've told our HIV patients to use Lysol. It used to say right on the can that it can kill HIV....not sure if it still does. Disclaimer: Use on surfaces only!!!
Thanks!
I did say while disinfecting the bathroom.
Lysol is good as well, I guess bleach is cheaper. $1 for a bottle and you use like a tablespoon in a quart bottle.
DISCLAIMER! Not positive about the concentration, so please don't quote. The point is, bleach is so much cheaper than Lysol.
BTW are you talking about the Lysol spray or lysol in bottle?
Lysol is good as well, I guess bleach is cheaper. $1 for a bottle and you use like a tablespoon in a quart bottle.
DISCLAIMER! Not positive about the concentration, so please don't quote. The point is, bleach is so much cheaper than Lysol.
BTW are you talking about the Lysol spray or lysol in bottle?
You know . . . I have looked for Lysol in the bottle lately and can't find the concentrated stuff. A sales clerk told me they are no longer making the concentrate. Anyone know if that is true? I always liked the concentrate b/c it took up less space and lasted a long long time.
You know . . . I have looked for Lysol in the bottle lately and can't find the concentrated stuff. A sales clerk told me they are no longer making the concentrate. Anyone know if that is true? I always liked the concentrate b/c it took up less space and lasted a long long time.
I found that using a Clorox bleach pen on the caulk in a shower and leaving it on overnight makes all of the mildew stains disappear. Easy, no mess application and much easier than recaulking!
I found that using a Clorox bleach pen on the caulk in a shower and leaving it on overnight makes all of the mildew stains disappear. Easy, no mess application and much easier than recaulking!
I think a less expensive alternative to the bleach pen is just use soft scrub w/bleach (if you have white grout). I just squirt it on and use a glove to smooth it into the grout. Let sit and rinse. It's worked for me for years and I had white tile in the kitchen and baths
I would also seal my grout every year too and that did help too.
I think a less expensive alternative to the bleach pen is just use soft scrub w/bleach (if you have white grout). I just squirt it on and use a glove to smooth it into the grout. Let sit and rinse. It's worked for me for years and I had white tile in the kitchen and baths
I would also seal my grout every year too and that did help too.
Soft Scrub w/ Bleach is great stuff! Just be careful about your clothing. I just ruined a running suit while cleaning out a sink. I know - that was dumb but I just didn't realize some of the residue had gotten on my arms.
Speaking of which . . . anyone use RIT DYE? My mom used it years ago. Would love to know if anyone has used it lately and if they got good results.
Sssshh! Secret of Removing Water Stains from Wood Floors
The key to removing water stains from wood floors is to recognize how deeply the stain has penetrated the wood. Even a floor that has been sealed and waxed can allow water to penetrate if left there long enough, so pay close attention to the type of stain you want to fix.
The most common kind of stain appears as a white spot that is a bit hazy or even has greyish tones. Removing this kind of stain is relatively easy. You simply need to buff the finish gently with a soft cloth and a relatively mild abrasive. Good choices for abrasives include non-gel toothpaste or the kind of polish designed for use on the finish of your car. Gently rub the abrasive on the white spot until it disappears.
Sometimes, though, water gets down deeper into the wood of your floor and creates a deeper stain that can be black or white depending on the type of wood. This kind of stain requires a bit more effort to remove because it is a deeper stain. However there are steps that you can take to remove even this type of type of flaw to your wood floors.
The first step to removing deeper stains is to mask off the area around the stain so that the non-stained areas are protected. Next, remove the old finish and or wax and then use oxalic acid to remove the stain and bring back the original color of the wood. Once the area is dry, simply re-stain or seal it to match the surrounding floor. With some care and attention to detail, removing water stains from wood floors can be relatively simple.
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Sssshh! Secret of Removing Water Stains from Wood Floors
