Cleaning Acrylic Tubs
Question from Marie We just bought a new house that has 3 bathtubs/showers that are one-piece acrylic. When I read the manufacturer’s documentation, they of course recommend buying their own cleaning products and say not to use any abrasives. I clean my current...ALL Free & Clear hypoallergenic laundry detergent
Question from Robin My ALL Free & Clear hypoallergenic laundry detergent that comes in a 300ml dispenser carton has leaked onto the top of my metal washing machine. It has eaten away at the metal on top and left a bubbled ridge. It also leaked on my ceramic tiled...Prefinished Hardwood
Question from mtv Seeking more information on prefinished hardwoods for ‘new’ house. Did put some in last year when moved in house temporarily. Wonder which finish is ideal. Or guidelines… Ours planks aluminum something..in hindsight there must be...Walking Sticks
While looking for something else on the internet, I came across a website about walking sticks. What caught my eye was the reason for walking sticks (also called “staffs”): Staffs allow a typical hiker to reduce the “foot-felt” body weight by...About Latex
This website has information about latex allergy and chemicals that are used in the making of latex and their health effects. DERMNET NEW ZEALAND: Allergy to rubber accelerators Add...Carpet Cleaning
Question from mtv We are in a house for a year or so. We have some carpeting. Any ideas how to clean this? The house is 6 years old. Thanks. Debra’s Answer I suggest using steam cleaning. You can either rent a carpet steam cleaning machine or have a service do...Natural Peanut butters / refrigeration?
Question from KLP Do the “natural” peanut butters (the ones with only peanuts and salt) REQUIRE refrigeration for health reasons or is that only a suggestion on how to keep the natural oils from separating? Thanks so much for sharing your vast knowledge....White vinegar for cleaning
Question from Donnie I’m looking for a distilled white vinegar that I can use for cleaning, that does not contain corn or sulfites. I’m allergic to both of them. Apple cider vinegar works for some things, but not others. I know that Heinz white vinegar is...Nontoxic Waterproof Caulk
Question from Jim Ott Debra, I noticed in the pictures of your bathroom remodel that you installed a glass shower door. What type of caulk did you use to install this door? I have been having a hard time finding a nontoxic waterproof caulk. Thanks, Jim Debra’s...
