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 something better....

Question from mtv Does anyone know of any safe non-stick cooking pots & pans? I am fine without them, but my husband really likes to cook his eggs simply and with ease. I leave the room when he uses the pan. I recently heard an add for non stick pots & pans...

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...

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 as much as 20%. Since the...

Question from Fran Saunders Can anyone please tell me how to get rid of ants in my fridge? They don't seem to be interested in the food, but swarm together on the walls of the fridge. Thank you. Fran Saunders Debra's Answer Readers? [button...

Question from Greyson I would like some comments from those that have purchased new, non-toxic furniture from various sources such as Furnature. Have your experiences been good? Is it best to stick with used, out-gassed furniture? Some concerns I have are with the...

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 Answer...

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. Debra's...

Question from Lyn Do you know of a natural alternative to the chemical (Raid) bug bombs for use in a basement? Debra's Answer I don't know of a natural "bomb"-type product that will kill all the bugs in your basement. See the Pest Control page of Debra's List for...

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 it for...