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Question: How can I clean my gray UGGs without buying the cleaner?

I was at lunch yesterday and someone spilled apple juice on them. It's a few drops, they dried up but the outline of the stains are still there.

This may sound stupid but I hear snow is a disinfectant, so if I step in deep snow with them, will it go away? Someone suggested it but I wasn't so sure.

Also, how else can I remove the stains without putting them in the washer or buying the UGG cleaner?

Answer: Rub some eucalyptus oil into the stain. If you have trouble finding any use Martha Gardiner's wool mix with eucalyptus oil. Sponge over with warm water, or better still throw them in the washing machine and wash on wool cylce. I have been using the washing macine to launder UGG boots for years.

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Most of these cleaners are things that you may already have at home and in most cases provide a safe alternative non-toxic to bleach or cleaners with ammonia-based. Note the precautions mentioned where applicable. Once you start using these products natural, you'll never need or want to buy those expensive cleaners again.

1. Vinegar

Probably one of the most commonly used natural cleanser, and with so many uses, you want to fill a spray bottle to keep handy and keep as a gallon of extra under the sink just for cleaning. Use it as you would an all-purpose cleaner by mixing 1 part water to 1 part vinegar and use to clean most areas of your home. It cleans, disinfects and deodorizes safely and effectively.

In the bathroom it works very well in the bath, toilet, sink, flooring and countertops. Try to use pure vinegar in the toilet to get rid of rings. It works much the fight against soap scum and hard water stains. For tough jobs, soak a cloth in pure vinegar and apply to the stain for one hour or two, then wipe.

In the vinegar used for all kitchen appliances, countertops, and floor. Soak cleaning brushes hardened in vinegar overnight to soften the hair.

In the laundry, vinegar works great as a Natural Fabric softener, simply add 1 / 2 cup of vinegar to the rinse cycle instead of store bought Fabric Softener. It also breaks down the detergent more effectively, reducing the soap spotting. This is a real Perk for family members with sensitive skin.

Precautions: Vinegar is an acid and if not effectively diluted may erode the grout in your tile. It should also never be used on marble surfaces.

2. Lemon Juice

Lemon juice is also used to dissolve soap scum and mineral deposits from hard water. He did a great job of shining brass and copper. This works well as disinfectant for a wood cutting board. Simply cut a lemon in half and wipe on the wood. Mix lemon juice with vinegar and baking soda to make a cleaning paste. Mix 1 cup olive oil with 1 / 2 cup lemon juice to make a Furniture Polish for hardwood.

Take a used lemon zest and put it in the garbage disposal to freshen the drain.

3. Baking soda

Baking soda works well as a mild abrasive cleaner which does not damage delicate or coated surfaces. It is probably best known for its properties Deodorant - opens a box and place it in the refrigerator or freezer to absorb odors. This actually works great for anywhere fight against odors including sprinkle on the carpet before you vacuum. It also leaves a pleasant scent, if you mix with lavender flowers.

4. Hot Sauce

Just rub it on dulled copper, rinse with water and polish with a soft cloth.

Precautions: Make sure you keep your hands away from your eyes, rinse the object well.

5. Olive Oil

Olive Re has wonderful moisturizing properties and functions very well on dry wood (as long as it has been treated with an oil finish). Simply spread a thin layer of oil on wood and leather.

6. White wine

Douse a red wine stain with white wine, and blot with a clean cloth to absorb.

7. Salt

Salt also works well to absorb the red wine (which depends more manageable, white wine and salt). Just sprinkle on the stain, let dry and vacuum. Salt is also ideal for cleaning grease spills in ovens or burners. While the oven is still warm, sprinkle salt on the spill. If it has completely dried, then wet with water before applying salt. Once the oven has cooled, remove and clean up spills.

8. Cornmeal

Cornmeal works well to absorb the grease. Simply cover a grease stain fresh cornmeal, let it sit for a few hours and vacuum.

9. Mayonnaise

This delicious spread can be used for more tuna sandwiches. The next time you Water spills on your wood furniture, leaving a water mark, apply a generous portion of mayonnaise and let it sit for several hours. Wipe it away and allow to dry.

10. Borax (sodium borate)

Borax is a natural substance that kills mold and bacteria, and is an excellent alternative to bleach. It also deodorizes and decomposes detergent to improve its cleaning power. Try Dipping old towels or sports clothes in a solution of borax and water to make it smell fresh again.

Caution: Borax can be toxic to small children and pets, keep out of reach.

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Question: Does anyone know why your not supposed to store the gel type of Hand Sanitizer above 110 degrees?

They ALL say that on the lable but don't explain why. My husband stored all my health and cleaning products in our attic which I'm sure gets well over 110 degrees. Since there's alcohol in it I'm sure it must be a fire hazzard, but I'm wondering if it breaks down the product as well. Will the sanitizer still kill 99.9 % of germs now?

Answer: The alcohol will evaporate faster. It will probably not have the same content of alcohol and therefore be slightly less effective. I would go ahead and buy a new bottle next time you are at the store.

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We all know the importance of brushing teeth to oral hygiene and plaque removal. However, brushing with the technical Law is only part of the equation. It is also important to keep toothbrushes clean and sanitized. This is as disinfectants for toothbrush take the stage.

Before discussing sanitizers toothbrush, let us take a look at some of facts associated with a wet toothbrush and poorly cleaned:

1. Germs can remain and breed on wet toothbrushes after brushing.

2. Toothbrushes can also be contaminated by germs from the bathroom, and neighboring toothbrushes.

3. In addition to seeds, May also things that have been collected on your toothbrush of bacteria, viruses, fungi (molds and yeasts) and other microbes.

4. The cold / flu and other infections can be easily transmitted from one person to another when unsanitized toothbrushes are stored together.

5. Germs can prolong infections like gum disease, colds and sore throats.

Now we can see that this is really not a terribly good idea to leave toothbrushes wet and uncleaned. Disinfectants work Toothbrush killing most germs and microbes resident on toothbrushes. In doing so, the risk of infections by various microbes are reduced.

There are different types of these sanitizers. The most common technology-based ultra-violet and are fairly easy to use. Just put your toothbrush in a disinfection chamber and switch the unit on. Inside the chamber a UV bulb turns on and distributes UV light on the brushes. Usually, after 5 to 10 minutes, the bulb turns off automatically when the process is completed and the toothbrushes are sanitized. The word "sanitized" usually means about 99 percent of the bacteria was killed.

There is another type of disinfectants using steam to do the job and taking water as input. Apart from the additional step of adding water vapor sanitation based are as simple to use as UV-based ones. There are however a number of advantages with the steam-based sanitizers. Firstly, cleaning is a bit more thorough as steam can penetrate nooks and crannies toothbrushes better than UV light can. Secondly, we must a much shorter time to do the cleaning. Thirdly, usually as steam cleaners to clean the handle and not only the brush head.

Most of us understand the importance of keeping our teeth clean, yet not to understand the importance of keeping our toothbrushes sanitized. Sanitizer toothbrush should really be considered a bathroom essential.

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Question: Help me pick an UVC Sanitizer Light please

which on of these do u recommend, price is not an issue

for a travel size

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http://www.amazon.com/Pocket-Purifier-Ultraviolet-Disinfectant-Light/dp/B000X2FRCG/ref=pd_sbs_misc_1

http://www.amazon.com/UVC-Sanitizer-Light-Pocket-Model/dp/B00134FBPQ/ref=pd_sbs_misc_2

http://www.amazon.com/DeGERM-inator-Tm-Portable-Ultraviolet-Sanitizer/dp/B000FS4EPE/ref=pd_sbs_hpc_6

and for Personal Air Supply

http://www.amazon.com/Wein-AS500B-Personal-Supply-As500B/dp/B000AMOTJG/ref=pd_sbs_hpc_5

http://www.amazon.com/Germ-Guardian-PS-100-Personal-Purifier/dp/B000G2BEUC/ref=pd_sim_dbs_hpc_9

thanks

Answer: This one is easy to hold:

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This one is easy to put anywhere, so you have the area lit

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I'm not sure about what you like. but I recommend you to buy one of these two, or anyone else that is suitable to the place that you are using the light at.
I hope I helped you.

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If you are looking to buy an air purifier new home, check our tips to help you make an informed decision.

Air purifiers have become an essential component in many homes today. Air Purifier Filter Home substances that cause allergy such as dust mites, odors and organic chemicals, animal dander and plant pollen. These devices are especially good when a person's immune system is suppressed and more susceptible to infections. It is a fact that the air purifiers home help in medical conditions such as allergies, asthma and hay fever.

An air purifier home draws in air filter dust, pollen, bacteria and odor molecules, and then emits odorless clean air in the room. The air is not totally pure and sanitized, but it would significantly fewer particles of dust and allergens.

There are several types of filters used in purifiers Air home. With addition of activated carbon filters - similar to the one used to treat food poisoning - serve as pre-filter that traps large particles. Then, the HEPA filter absorbs small particles. Some purifiers add a natural organic filter that neutralizes volatile compounds produced household chemicals or smoke.

Filters less common types of filters used in air purifiers are electrostatic or ion home that attract particles by static electricity and therefore can create unnecessary tension power in the household. Purification using hybrid more than one particle collection method. The relatively new method used in air purifiers is home ozone filter filters air and purifies it with ozone. However, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that ozone generators can be harmful to people affected by asthma. Many experts think that ozone is generally ineffective against air pollution.

Filters HEPA certified are most common in the air purifiers home. The next generation of filters, ULPA (ultra-HEPA) filters that remove nearly 100% particles. Certified as Hepa Filters were less effective.

All homes and offices have different atmospheric conditions depending on the age of the building materials used in construction, and a number of nearby plants. Therefore is impossible to predict the effect of air purifier home on the overall quality of the air. In general, dust particles Pollen is usually filtered out, as much as smoke particles from tobacco.

When choosing an air purifier, look at the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR). This rate indicates the number of cubic feet of air is free of airborne particles. Smoke is considered a small particles, dust and pollen is of average size is larger. The higher the CADR rating, the less time your air purifier new requirements to remove particles Room.

While air purifiers can become a holy grail for many allergy sufferers, experts suggest that person should rely on air purifiers while trying to keep the air clean and healthy home. The best strategy to achieve air Breathing in your house would be to use an air purifier with natural ventilation window.

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