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 Solutions For Household Problems

Some of our most complex problems can be remedied with a simple solution.Please check regular as more are added frequently.

Here is a good household combination that can be used to kill wasps on their nest. Mix a modest amount of dishwashing detergent with cold water. Take aim and douse the nest, it has an instant knock down effect.

For those stubborn carpet stains that won't bulge for conventional stain removers. Try a little of the scrubbing bubbles of dow tub and tile cleaner. Just spray a modest amount on the affected area, let set and towel remove the stain. Please try a test area first to check for discoloration.

This is for those who come in contact with the irritating effects of fiber glass insulation. Use a white vinegar soaked cloth to rub over the affected areas. Or by adding it to the bath water to act as a removal agent. It can also be used in the wash to remove fibers from clothing.

Regular household bleach can be quite effective in combating wood decay. Although moisture and exposure to the climate conditions, help facilitate the decay process. The actual damage is being done by living micro-organisms. Household bleach actually kills these agents and helps remove the discolorations. After the cleaning process either a wood sealer or a primer should be applied.

After your morning coffee, remove the filter and grounds and set them aside to dry. When the grounds are thoroughly dried, scatter them around the garden as an organic plant food. Don't use too much in one area because coffee grounds tend to raise the acidity of the soil. Use the filter to line the bottom of flowerpots to keep the soil from falling through the drainage holes.

Mix syrup with a modest amount of baking yeast to make an effective ant bait. Smear the compound along ant trails for the best results.

To get blood out of any fabric, use hydrogen peroxide. Apply it directly to the stain and toss in the washer.It works on every kind of fabric, including satin. It also works on grass stains and mustard.

Got some heavy build up on your clothes iron? A good inexpensive way to get rid of it is with regular table salt. Sprinkle a modest amount of salt on plain paper, turn the iron on high with the steam off. Glide the iron back and forth over the salt while pressing down on the iron. Check periodically and repeat process until iron is clean. If the iron is heavily soiled you may have to replace the salt.

A cheap yet safe and effective rat poison, can be made from this simple mixture. Mix equal parts of cement with flour and a touch of cocoa for flavor. Place a pan of water next to it.The cement should be the pure form without the rocks and sand.

On the other hand a good cockroach bait can be made from the following ingredients. Mix 4 tablespoons borax, 2 tablespoons of flour and 1 tablespoon of cocoa. Put in small containers, prefferrably bottle caps and place where the little villains hang out.