Tag Archives: baking soda
fresh air
Myth: Air fresheners are the best way to eliminate odors in the home or car Put down that can of pina colada-scented air freshener! “Traditional air freshener and odor removal products typically mask odors instead of removing them,” Brown says. … Continue reading
Get Rid of Those Pesky Coffee Stains
Do your coffee mugs have stubborn brown stains that just don’t want to come out? Try baking soda. Sprinkle some on the bottom of your stained cup, add just enough water to form a paste, and scrub. The gentle abrasion … Continue reading
Kitchen Trash Cans
We constantly dump bacteria-covered trash and food scraps in kitchen garbage cans, and they are usually closed. Without exposure to air, “bacteria is continuing to grow and grow,” Lamphier said. She recommended hauling your trash can outside, if possible, and … Continue reading
Entertaining Tip: Dishes
Start with an Empty Dishwasher…”Always start a party with an empty dishwasher! That way you don’t end up with a dirty pile of dishes in the sink with nowhere to go. Plus, guests are often willing to pitch in on … Continue reading
The Absorber
After you take out the trash, nestle a few pieces of crumpled newspaper in the bottom of the new garbage bag. The paper will help absorb liquid and neutralizer the smell of food waste from dinners past. If the bins … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 