Month: October 2008

STONE COUNTERTOPS

Sandstone and ground granite or marble custom countertops have become very popular in recent years for new construction and remodel efforts, in both the bathroom and kitchen. The beauty of a stone finish is their texture or matte appearance, their versatility and their style. However, stone whether nature or man remade, does require a bit…




SILVER CARE

All SILVER should be treated as important to preserve and protect. To keep your silver looking it’s finest; here are a few tips and techniques to follow. Silver should be washed and dried by hand; it is definitely not a dishwasher friendly item. Do not leave silver on a rubber mat to dry. Rubber contains…




FLOOR CARE – Wood Floors

Never use a wet mop on a wood floor since standing water will dull the finish, cause water marks, warping and other damage and discoloration. Use only a slightly damp mop on a wooden floor. Oil soaps will cause a build up on the surface of the floor. If you must use soap when damp…




STUFFED ANIMALS – Care and Cleaning

How to give your stuffed animal a bath We all have memories of favorite stuffed toys in our childhood. A stuffed animal offers “unconditional love” to any child or child-at-heart adult. Teddy Bears in particular seem like best friends at times. Keep them clean and dust free to preserve and protect them. Advice for cleaning…




KITCHEN – Cleaning Tips

HARD BOILED EGGS: Add 2 tablespoons distilled vinegar for every quart of water to keep hard boiled eggs from cracking. It also makes them easier to shell. REMOVE ODERS from your hands that onion garlic or fish create if you rub apple cider vinegar on them, before and after you slice vegetables or clean fish….




DOGS – TIPS For Care

Vinegar for Pets: We love VINEGAR. It is a magnificent discovery with literally hundreds of uses and has been around for some 10,000 years. Vinegar outperforms many modern cleansers, polishers, deodorizers, bleaches, sanitizers, pet care, and other highly specialized products. Here are just a few of the things you can do with this incredibly versatile…