During my weekly shop at the supermarket I noted on my shopping list (always make one, it saves time and money) that I needed stain remover. When in the appropriate aisle it suddenly struck me how many cleaning products there were, there was a different product for every single cleaning job you could think of. Imagine having to start from scratch to buy everything! My mind started to wander, as it seems to do a lot these days, and I began thinking back to my Grandmothers day, bearing in mind that I have been a Granny myself for a number of years, that was quite a long time ago! She certainly did not have a multitude of cleaning products in her cupboard but her house was spotless and her washing whiter than white. So how did she do it? Here are some of the things I remember, others I have searched for plus lots of other tips and advice that can save you money and are less damaging to our environment.

Thursday, May 24, 2012

More Tips


More Tips .....
  • Stop food drying out in the microwave by covering it with a coffee filter.
  • A vase of lavender placed by an open window will stop flies coming in.
  • Clean the seals on fridge doors with a toothbrush and toothpaste.
  • To clean venetion blinds, wear cotton gloves and run your hands along the slats.
  • If your freezer is in the garage, polish the outside with wax to prevent damp, rust and mold.
  • Use an old cleaned out spray bottle to water plants.
  • Place an onion in a freshly painted room to absorb odour of paint.
  • Use the water from boiled potatoes or boiled eggs to water your plants. They like the protein.

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