Category Archives: Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Load My Dishwasher Effectively?

Don’t Overload Your Dishwasher!  Overloading will hinder the cleaning ability of your dishwasher.  The water in the dishwasher should be able to move freely over your dishes.  Make sure breakables don’t touch each other since they can vibrate during the … Continue reading

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Easy, Cheap, and Effective Household Tips

Refrigerator -  Place a few cottonballs soaked in lemon juice in a small bowl in the back of your refrigerator.   The cottonballs will absorb the bad odors and leave behind a lemony fresh smell. Coffee grounds can be used … Continue reading

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Coping with Sudden Loss of Power

To determine whether your food is safe to eat after a power outage, note the amount of time the power was out and check the temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer individually.    It is a good idea to have a … Continue reading

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Clipping and Bookmarking Useful Information

I have found many interesting things at garage sales and flea markets.   This has become a hobby of sorts for me,  since I scour the sales looking for unusual items which I can use for craft projects.  I host a … Continue reading

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American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) was founded in 1980.  Their work is widely relied upon by policymakers, business and industry decision-makers, consumers, the media and other energy professionals.   As a resource to our customers, we have highlighted … Continue reading

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Your Microwave Can Do So Much!

On August 16, 2011, Real Simple Magazine posted a blog on Shine.com which described  surprising uses for a microwave oven.  Written by Melissa Clark and Lindsay Funston, 15 “Who-Knew” uses were discussed. I love finding new uses for everyday products … Continue reading

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Refrigerator Odors?

There are different ways to tackle funky refrigerator odors. 1.  Place slices of stale bread on the shelves and in drawers and let them sit overnight.  The bread will absorb odors and by morning you can toss the bread and … Continue reading

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Real Simple Magazine Offers Smart Solutions to Everyday Challenges

One of the magazines that I have found to be very helpful was launched in March 2000.  Part of Time Inc., a Time Warner Company, one of the largest content companies in the world and the largest publisher in the … Continue reading

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Do Your Towels Smell After Washing Them?

As reported in The Columbia Dispatch on May 22, 2011, from Hints from Heloise: There are a few things to consider when trying to determine why your towels come out smelling foul (musty) after washing them.  Towels should be put … Continue reading

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Questions About Your Appliance?

Questions are best answered directly by the manufacturer. Here’s a quick guide to some of the most commonly visited sites for questions pertaining to major household appliances by manufacturer.   You will find this very helpful and a time-saver! Whirlpool GE … Continue reading

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