Recycling Facts

photo credit: istock photo The value of recyclables is driven by market demand ... . Bottles containing liquid laundry detergent, dishwashing liquids, shampoos and household cleaners ... for 4 hours. Americans throw away enough aluminum to rebuild the entire commercial airline fleet [more...]

Date: 2008-08-03 09:57:35

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Watkins Natural Plant-Based Cleaners by Linda Carter

**Due to higher than usual orders, Watkins liquid laundry detergent and toilet bowl cleaner are temporarily unavailable ... years ago, Watkins made a huge mistake. Well, at least that's what I thought. The entire cleaning ... few are still available but not listed in the catalog).Instead, all the "new" cleaners were chemical [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 14:00:00

7th Generation - Birthday Bash Day 14 *Contest is over*

We have a winner!!#22 Kathleen said... I faved you on Technorati under KatydidandkidCongrats Kathleen! ... & Clear Chlorine-Free Bleach, Free & Clear Natural Dish Liquid, Tub & Tile Cleaner — Emerald Cypress & Fir, Toilet Bowl Cleaner, Natural Glass & Surface Cleaner, andNatural All Purpose Cleaner [more...]

Date: 2008-12-21 03:17:00

Don’t do this at home

Bulk WD40, originally uploaded by Ry Jones. You’re told not to use flammable liquids in ultrasonic cleaners; don’t do what I do. I bought a gallon of WD40 to use for cleaning, and it’s great. One thing I noticed is that it heats up really quickly - before, I was using ATF or brake fluid and it never got warm. Water [more...]

Date: 2008-11-11 08:50:53

Update: Johann's Howling Howliday Giveaway!

Oh, look what came in the mail the other day? Another great prize for my Howling Howliday Giveaway ... liquid household cleaners (for bath, kitchen, baby's room, tub/tile, the air, multi-purpose ... ! The cleaners are all natural, safe and contain only ingredients like water, surfactants (from coconuts [more...]

Date: 2008-12-05 17:28:01

Hillsdale Furniture Cierra 30″ Swivel Bar Stool - Bear Fabric

This bar stool offers a contemporary look, with its black finish and Bear (brown) faux suede seat ... -Some assembly may be required -Suited for Residential Use Only -Seat Height: 30″ -Overall Dimensions: 45″ ... that will attract and hold dust particles. Do not use liquid or abrasive cleaners as they may damage [more...]

Date: 2008-11-06 22:11:47

MOHS’ HARDNESS SCORE IS BASED ON A

Mohs’ Hardness reason is supported on a 10 saucer bit where 10 is the most resistant, same a diamond, and 1 is easily scratched, such as Talc ... sound as a factor of jewelry. Aquamarine gemstones should be regularly clean by a professed or with a fleecy crucify and temperate clean and liquid or an ultra-sonic cleaner. Avoid solvents [more...]

Date: 2008-09-20 08:32:52

MOHS’ HARDNESS SCORE IS BASED ON A 10

Mohs’ Hardness reason is supported on a 10 saucer bit where 10 is the most resistant, same a diamond, and 1 is easily scratched, much as Talc ... as a factor of jewelry. Aquamarine gemstones should be regularly clean by a professed or with a fleecy crucify and temperate clean and liquid or an ultra-sonic cleaner. Avoid solvents [more...]

Date: 2008-09-18 07:23:38

Provident Living: Make your own household cleaners

In today's economically challenged times, every penny counts. One way to save money is by making your own cleaning supplies. These homemade cleaning formulas are non-toxic and cost about 1/10th the price of commercial cleaners. SUPPLIESBaking sodaWashing sodaWhite distilled vinegarA good liquid soap or detergentTea tree [more...]

Date: 2008-11-06 18:33:00

Walgreens Deals Week of 9/28/08

It’s a little slow again this week, but there’s still some decent deals to be had. Here’s the best of what I’m seeing for the coming week ... printable **Mr. Clean Erasers (2-pk.) or Liquid Cleaner at $2.49** **Cascade Action Pacs or Gel [more...]

Date: 2008-09-27 18:20:05

44 things to do with vinegar

44 things to do with vinegarSure, it's good on fries, but that's not all vinegar can do. Here are tons of uses for this all-natural wonder liquid ... with water.9. Floor cleaner. Mix 1 cup white vinegar with 2 gallons hot water.10. Freshen wilted [more...]

Date: 2008-12-29 21:55:00

Hillsdale Furniture Cierra 30″ Swivel Bar Stool - Black Fabric

This bar stool offers a contemporary look, with its black finish and black faux suede seat ... that will attract and hold dust particles. Do not use liquid or abrasive cleaners as they may damage [more...]

Date: 2009-01-03 03:21:35

MiniModule® Degasifier

MiniModule® Degasifier The MiniModule was developed to process liquid flows from a few ml/min to 500 ml/min ... System Cleaner For Hot Oil Systems Paratherm Corporation 2 Free Chemical Structure Drawing [more...]

Date: 2009-01-02 19:40:41

Magic Eraser review

  Of the ‘conventional’ cleaners out there Magic Eraser is a little different. No powder, no liquid, just a little white sponge ... . There’s a chemical compound - specifically a melamine foam substance - that has the word ... exposed to every day. The PBDEs in your matress and pillow, the stain proof coating on your carpet [more...]

Date: 2008-10-16 01:57:44

10 Creative Uses for Coffee Filters

Who would have thought that coffee filters would be found so useful? ... to absorb odors. 4. Keep Windows Clear Spray panes with glass cleaner, then wipe away with a doubled ... the drainage hole. 8. Absorb Spills on Upholstery Use coffee filters to blot liquids off sofas [more...]

Date: 2008-12-05 02:08:30

10 Creative Uses for Coffee Filters

Who would have thought that coffee filters would be found so useful? ... to absorb odors. 4. Keep Windows Clear Spray panes with glass cleaner, then wipe away with a doubled ... the drainage hole. 8. Absorb Spills on Upholstery Use coffee filters to blot liquids off sofas [more...]

Date: 2008-12-05 02:08:30

My absolutely unorthodox homemaking tips

Being on holiday made me realise that some of the 'easy' homemaking or cleaning strategies that I use aren't known by everyone ... of vinegar.One cleaner I do buy is Vanish for carpets. This will clean anything I can't manage with vinegar ... baking soda mixed with dishwashing liquid to clean stainless steel. (equal amounts) - you just saved [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 08:23:00

Keep It or Toss It

Clean out cleaning productsAll you need to handle most household messes is dish washing liquid, dish washing detergents (though you shouldn't store the powder or tablet versions too near moisture sources like pipes), furniture polish and one of each of these cleaners: floor, window, abrasive and all purpose. Then cut [more...]

Date: 2009-01-06 15:38:00

Clean House, Clean Planet

My girlfriend, who is very environmentally friendly (she puts most of us to shame) ... such as vinegar, club soda, water, liquid dishsoap, etc. Not only are the products natural, hence ... in a spray bottle. That's it. Club soda - go figure.For an all-purpose cleaner:2 Tbsp distilled vinegar1 tsp [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 14:28:00

Simple Green Simply Greenwashing Consumers for Decades

How safe are household cleaners? One of the first “green” cleaning products I ever used was Simple Green.  I would clean carpets, cars, bathtubs, floors, etc. with this green liquid.  I even converted my mother to a Simple Green user.  As I became “greener”, I switched to homemade cleaning products [more...]

Date: 2008-12-05 04:20:58

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