Cleaning & Laundry - June 2007

I don't have laundry detergent and I have to wash clothes or I have nothing to wear. I couldn't find anything online about this.

There is a washing machine and drying machines that I can use downstairs. I just have to put in a dollars worth of quarters, which I have.

What can I do if I don't have immediate access to detergent? Can I use my bathroom soap or anything to make up for that?

2007-06-13 23:37:11 · 9 answers · asked by Telkandore 2

2007-06-13 18:45:49 · 5 answers · asked by John71 3

2007-06-13 17:48:24 · 4 answers · asked by Alfred Villegas 2

I have been using this to clean for years now, scrubbing the sink and tub, washing counters, cleaning drains. I always figured that the vinegar was acidic enough to eliminate most bacteria. Am I right or wrong, and if I'm wrong is there a better way to clean that is natural? I refuse to buy antibacterial products (although I guess I do use a 10% bleach solution, which by its nature is antibacterial, from time to time, but only when it is absolutely necessary) and most commercially produced cleaners. Does Seventh Generation or any of those other Eco-friendly products work better than the baking soda and vinegar method?

2007-06-13 16:30:28 · 7 answers · asked by Colleen D 3

I opened my door at night, and a bunch of gnats and moths flew in. I sucked them up with the hose attachment to my vacuum cleaner, but I'm afraid if I put my vacuum cleaner back in the broom closet, then all the bugs will fly back out. I'm thinking surely there is some sort of flap or valve to prevent this, but I don't know for sure.

2007-06-13 16:30:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-13 16:02:59 · 2 answers · asked by Alexandra 1

2007-06-13 15:46:32 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My girlfriend and I are not dirty people, yet our bathtub collects dirt rather quickly. The tub is usually very dirty after only a couple of days, and it's not like we're outside all day getting dirty (alright, we have boring office jobs).

We just moved into the apartment and are renting, so I'm not sure what the problem could be.

Could it be the material that the tub is constructed of? Is there a cleaning agent that can prevent the build up? Please answer with any helpful products or tips that could help us.

Thanks!

ps - I welcome the jokes...I realize this question opens up for a lot of material ;)

2007-06-13 15:04:18 · 5 answers · asked by Rick D 2

2007-06-13 15:03:08 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

It drys for 30 minutes and cuts off and I can't start it for another 30 minutes or so.

2007-06-13 14:05:44 · 15 answers · asked by sammie m 1

2007-06-13 14:01:47 · 2 answers · asked by hadleydoris 2

2007-06-13 13:30:20 · 11 answers · asked by ♥ 2

is there any tips to get it off or will i have to wait for my natural oils from my hands to eventually wear the super glue off. i would like a quick tip to remove the stuff off of these rings with out damaging the rings themselves.

2007-06-13 12:40:01 · 17 answers · asked by Honey Badger Doesnt give a Shat 5

I need to remove it from paperback and hardback books.

2007-06-13 12:15:46 · 9 answers · asked by amanda t 3

i was being lazy and forgot to wash the rice pot. it still had some leftover rice in it and i had water in the pot too. could i get sick if i still used it?

2007-06-13 11:52:48 · 12 answers · asked by Jessica T 1

2007-06-13 11:42:08 · 9 answers · asked by PAM 2

We just got a puppy, and untill she is fully house trained we have gated off the kitchen and she stays in there when we can't keep a close eye on her. She is in her crate at night and we let her loose in the house during the day but we keep her in the kitchen if Im cleaning or taking care of our son or doing whatever. She has accidents in the kitchen several times a day dispite our efforts at house training. Before we got the dog I used to clean the tile floor with our clorox ready mop. But now it seems like it's not doing it's job. I have to use it at least once a day and even after I use it our floor seems sticky and not clean. I need a better more effective way to clean the floor after my puppy's accidents, and hopefully something a little easier on my wallet too if ya know what I mean. But it needs to be easy enough that I can use it daily . Thank you so much, any suggestions would be helpful!

2007-06-13 10:39:12 · 8 answers · asked by cait5156 3

I just recently moved into a wonderful little house. However, the walls in and around the bathtub/shower are wood and just painted over. I spoke to the people I'm renting from, and asked how they used to clean it. She said that whenever they saw mold or mildew, they just painted over it.

Now on top of toxic mold issues, I'm wondering what I need to do to keep the shower clean. What products can I use, or is it pretty much useless at this point?

2007-06-13 10:36:42 · 5 answers · asked by rainalupa 1

What is REALLY effective in removing the decal and the sticky residue? I'm not worried about the decal staying intact. Removing it in bits and pieces is fine with me. I'd prefer some suggestions using household items but all suggestions are welcome. Thanks.

2007-06-13 10:01:39 · 26 answers · asked by morequestions 5

I just bought one.

2007-06-13 09:58:14 · 8 answers · asked by jijizworld 2

Any EASY and CHEAP hints for running a household with 5 people (3 of which are little kiddos) I am feeling a little over my head lately and looking for ways to maximize my time.
THANKS!!

2007-06-13 09:23:13 · 5 answers · asked by sexymommyof3 2

All through the years, I've collected heaps and heaps and HEAPS of books. Many were bought/given since I was 6 years old. More came along during schooling years and with every new interest formed.

They are like piles of messy pillars. I have no more space and I want a new life. I know I should get rid of them.

I could bring those from the later part of my life to 2nd hand bookstore (Gosh, I wonder how I am going to transport the load?!) or the Salvation Army?!

There are these lots of old, a-quarter-century old children's book which still hold sentimental value to my heart. I doubt people would want them, they've become so old and yellow, unsophisticated in these times. Throwing them away would mean having to treat them as discarded junks. I don't think I'm able to give them away. Children want new things, fanciful things.

HELP ME! SHARE IDEAS OF WHAT I SHOULD DO! CONVINCE ME THAT DISPOSING THEM IS A RIGHT SOLUTION! Please.

2007-06-13 09:17:41 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

My room is in the attic and i have skylights, they are too high up for the windowcleaner to reach with his ladder and they open upwards so i cant pour water down then, short of sitting on my roof (scared ill fall off :S) how can i clean them, they look disgusting. THANKS!!!

2007-06-13 07:29:17 · 3 answers · asked by becky c 2

how do i do it?

2007-06-13 06:33:16 · 10 answers · asked by .:*BeAuTiFuL*:. 3

I just bought a really nice hoodie and I want to make sure it lasts. How do I keep it soft and not all pilly on the inside? Should I wash it right now or wear it a few times first? What settings should I wash on? Or dry on?

2007-06-13 06:27:12 · 6 answers · asked by vivalaslauren 3

This is a corded hand vacuum. The name on it is "The Collector".

2007-06-13 05:28:25 · 4 answers · asked by Jimgard 1

2007-06-13 05:19:13 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-13 05:14:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

i got lint on all of my black clothing shirts, pants, jeans, ties etc. i've use lint rollers and it still wont come off anyone know away to remove the lint

2007-06-13 05:05:33 · 15 answers · asked by Andreu 2

I have a new front load LG washer that recomends (strongly) using HE detergent but at Walmart it is 125% more expensive than regular and all they carry is Tide. Is this really required or can i just use less regular detergent? if it is best to use HE can someone recomned wehre to find the best price?

2007-06-13 04:59:54 · 8 answers · asked by Lee O 1