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Research and use precautions with all cleaners, spices, herbs, and essential oils, when using for cleaning, as natural remedies, etc., for possible allergic reactions, side effects and warnings.
Research and use precautions with all cleaners, spices, herbs, and essential oils, when using for cleaning, as natural remedies, etc., for possible allergic reactions, side effects and warnings.
Applying a little elbow grease.
PRODUCTS I USE:
Fels Naptha Washing Soda Zote Laundry Soap Bar Mrs. Stewart's Liquid Bluing 20 MULE TEAM Borax 
*broom trick…my broom was warped. . . So I washed it and placed this heavy pot full of water on it for a little while and now it is flattened out again. Then I scalded the sink afterwards. □□□♀️□
I love using cleaning supplies from Mrs. Meyers! My favorite scents are rose, orange clove and peony.🌺
I also love to use old 100% cotton flour sack/ tea towels.🎀 You can find 100% cotton flour sack towels at Dollar General now!❤️ SIMPLE WAYS TO CLEAN
PINEOLENE can be used for many different applications in cleaning, home remedies, and much more. I personally knew the woman from New Augusta, Mississippi that had the original recipe/directions. I wish I had known at the time what a treasure it was, and wrote it down. It can be purchased in some feed stores, farm supply stores, local businesses in the area, etc. Here is the address for anyone interested: PINEOLENE PRODUCTS, L.L.C. P.O. BOX 670, HURLEY MS 39555 UPDATE: If you tried to find them online in the past and it wasn't available, it is now back online. Pineolene.com I am not affiliated with this company, I just know personally, how good it is and I'm thankful it is still around. WARNINGS: For EXTERNAL USE ONLY. KEEP OUT OF EYES. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FLAMMABLE. There are many things I consider very useful, that might seem a bit old fashioned, but they are tried and true. (Always read directions for cleaning products on bottle first); Never mix chemical cleaning products together or with bleach!:
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 Keep plenty of old washcloths for cleaning.
I’m not above using bleach, ammonia, and other things some people would consider too toxic for use, as long as it is used sparingly, and with proper handling and good ventilation.
I have had this insight for years, and I happened to read on old article years ago, and lost the link (with a computer crash). I find similar warnings, but just bits and pieces, nothing that goes into it in-depth. So, I'll give you what I've remembered, what I learned from my own experience. MORE: Ladies, men, whoever is reading this, please, do not store cleaning supplies with or near your food items. And do not use your pantry, or food storage area as a space for trash, food scraps, garbage, or even recycleables. I've seen this a few times on certain videos. . .and it is unhealthy, attracts pests, varmints, and releases toxic fumes, and has even been the source of deadly bacteria that has caused fatalities in the past. Don't even store a dirty broom, wet and/or dirty mop or especially a mop bucket that hasn't been emptied in there unless it/they are very clean. Always empty the mop bucket outside away from the house (over a back fence, in the edge of the woods, or wherever it will absorb into the ground. Sometimes it's ok to wash the porch or sidewalk with the leftover mop water, as long as it isn't too dirty. And always rinse afterwards. I'll go so far as to say, do not install a utility sink in or near the pantry either. If by chance the sinks, drains, or even a bathroom isn't properly vented it can be sending toxic fumes into the air. I've also seen brooms, dustpans, mops and dirty mop water sitting in fast food restaurants. There were flies swarming over the dustpan in one location! And another very recently, had a bucket of mop water sitting close to the register that smelled very bad from a distance! We left, needless to say. USDA requires (or at least used to require), not sure what the rules and regulations are now. ***A drain had to be washed out with scalding hot bleach water. Surfaces had to be cleaned the same way. Trash, garbage and scraps had to be removed to the outside after the work was finished, and before the cleaning started. Unless it is an emergency, such as cleaning up where someone has threw up, or where a dirty diaper has leaked...an eating area in a home, a place of business, or restaurant, shouldn't even be cleaned while people are sitting there! Who wants to smell disinfectant cleaners while eating? And the dust particles, dander, and hair flying around from sweeping going everywhere, including in your food, and up your nose. And for people with allergies, well, just look out for a flare-up. Even in normal situations, like moving rugs and sweeping underneath, use a damp mop, a damp rag, a damp dustmop or damp broom if something needs to be cleaned while people are present. This may seem a little extreme, but believe me, I've got sick, and I've known people who got sick from some of these situations. Just please use common sense. I'm not a perfect housekeeper, but these things really disturb me. Click to set custom HTML
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I'm learning more and more to depend on food, herbs, spices and other natural things for cleaning, deodorizing and sanitizing.
~Octagon Soap...Yes, it is still available. ~White toothpaste for cleaning white shoes (mostly patent leather), for black scuff marks on tile or linoleum.* ~FYI: Did you know rubbing black scuff marks on your vinyl/linoleum floors with the sole of your tennis shoes removes those same marks they caused? 😃 ~There is something to be said for using a little elbow grease as well...Very therapeutic! ~Just so everyone won't think I'm too "old fogey"... I do love using essential oils and natural homemade products as well!! My favorite essential oil is Sweet Orange! I've also found an essential oil blend I love, called "Happiness" that is one of many nice oils from "Nature's Truth." There are tons of resources online for homemade cleaning recipes using EO's. But I'll add a few of my own as time allows! ~Some stains are resistant to even the harshest chemical cleaners as well...Case in point: We have an old claw-foot tub, that I love, it was my daddy's old water trough he used for the cows. Imperfect, no claw feet, has mineral stains. It is well cleaned, disinfected, etc for those who might turn their nose up. . .But nothing" has cut through those stains! We tried lemon juice, baking soda, salt, Brillo pads, bleach, even rust remover (which did leave white streaks, but I only used one small bottle). The dangers listed were just too harsh, so I figured I'd just live with the stains rather than take the risk. And also my husband took an electric sander to it!! Short of sandblasting, I guess I'll just have to live with it, as it is too expensive. ($800 28 years ago.) And have you priced new claw foot type tubs? 😯 Well, come to think of it, have you priced vintage tubs? 🙄 ~Another stain that is tough to remove, is mold/mildew. It can happen anywhere, but I'll focus on fabric and clothing. Mold or mildew is tough to remove from porous and even non-porous materials, or surfaces (see below)! I've read where lemon juice and salt cleans fabrics, even vintage fabrics, but I beg to differ! Why in the world would someone give advice like that? Very rarely will it come out, (yes, I tried it when I was young and unlearned). The rough texture of the salt can tear the fibers! Be very careful about letting clothes, sheets, or other fabric get damp and staying damp for very long! Especially vintage, antique or items that have sentimental value! Mold and/or mildew will set up quickly, especially in humid climates. 😓 I do occasionally use spray bleach and it works very well, but I use it very cautiously, sparingly and sometimes dilute it. This is to protect myself and others, as well as preserve the fabric. Always read labels! Bleach can damage fabrics when used full strength. Just spray on white cloth, surfaces, etc. as it can fade or completely remove dyes/coloring. Using color-safe bleach helps with adding brightness, and removes some stains. ~For mold and mildew on sheetrock, ceiling tiles and other surfaces, ask for help or research. Don't just think painting over it with regular paint will get rid of it. 👩🏼🎨 All surfaces must be cleaned when painting, even when mold or mildew are not present! Again ask for advice, research, etc. You don't want to damage the surfaces and wind up having to tear it out and replace it, unless it is black mold*** which is toxic***! A whole new complicated topic I won't go into. ***Get expert advice. FYI: The sun fades things 😯 so be careful letting the sun hit colored fabrics for prolonged periods of times, But then, it also fades yellowing, and brightens dingy, white fabric!☀️😎 See also, Laundry, for more tips on cleaning fabrics, whitening, etc. |
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