But first a few questions:Q: How do you remove lipstick from carpet?
A: The process can be tedious. Use a mild solution of liquid dish soap and warm water. Work in gently with a soft cloth and flush with club soda or water. You might also try carpet spotter on the stain.
Q: What is the best way to clean solid brass?
A: Mix lemon juice and salt together, dip a cloth into the mixture and clean the brass. Rinse and dry. An application of car wax on the clean brass will help repel future tarnish.
Q: Will anything remove red-wine stains from tile grout?
A: Keep white wine handy to neutralize the color in red wine if a stain occurs. Clean the stain with a paste of lemon juice and cream of tartar, or use hydrogen peroxide. You may have to repeat the process to remove the stain completely.
Vinegar and Its Applications
- Eyeglasses Rub with vinegar and dry with a soft cloth. Don't worry about any odor from vinegar remaining on the glasses -- it will quickly dissipate.
- Bugs Dab vinegar on your skin when working outdoors: bugs will hate the taste of your skin and leave you alone.
- Musty odor in trunks, drawers and closets Place a slice of white bread (it must be white bread) in a bowl and cover with vinegar. Leave the bowl in the musty area for 24 hours. The yeast action in the bread combines with the acid values of the vinegar to absorb the odor. Close doors and drawers for the best result.
- Fish frying odors Place a shallow dish of vinegar by the pan while frying fish.
- Onion odors Spray vinegar on your hands, knife and cutting board while chopping onions.
