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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 
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.🎀 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, etc. The website is no longer available, but here is the address for anyone interested: PINEOLENE PRODUCTS, L.L.C. P.O. BOX 670, HURLEY MS 39555 UPDATE: 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. |
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.
Keep plenty of old washcloths for cleaning.
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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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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