Here is a novel way to wash your dishes: using a bar of soap and a dish brush. "So what is the appeal, again?" It's cheaper than using liquids because the soap bar lasts much longer. It can be more pleasant because soaps have nicer fragrances. It is more gentle for your hands because soaps generally have more gentle ingredients. See what you think:

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Here are a few tips for using wood polish on your wood furniture. First, I prefer ecofriendly polishes for many reasons. One I like is Method's Daily Wood Polish. It is not a high gloss polish but it does provide some shine. Second, you should avoid microfiber cloths--they can finely scratch good woods. Stick to a soft cotton cloth. An old t-shirt will do. Finally, rub in the direction of the grain for best absorption. Good luck! If you have a lot of wood, why not show it off!

If you have an aquarium you know that cleaning the tank comes with the territory. Here is a super guide to cleaning your aquarium. It covers cleaning the glass--inside and outside--the gravel and any 'furnishings' like rocks on the aquarium floor. Did you know that there is a specific vacuum cleaner made for aquarium gravel?

www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-clean-fish-tank-37182098

That most annoying of kitchen oversights--forgetting about the pot you have boiling on the stove until the water evaporates and you start smelling the smoke! Hopefully you haven't set off the fire alarm but for the smoke a fan in a window will clear out your home in a little while. What do you do about the burnt pot though?

Here is a guide to cleaning out a burnt pot using household items such as vinegar, lemon, and baking soda. Several methods are listed here. My favorite is to simply pour enough white vinegar to cover the bottom of the pot, let it simmer for several minutes, then add baking soda, which will fizz while it does its work. This will get a lot of the gunk. Then use a scrubby to get the rest. 

No reason to throw out that pot!

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Well, winter has started with a bang. Here are some tips to help keep your house clean during the winter months.

1. Be sure there are door mats inside all entrances.

2. Have slippers near those entrances for occupants and guests to put on when they arrive. This will keep from tracking in dirt and grit from the outside.

3. Have your ducts cleaned to keep the dust level down.

4. Change your air filters in your furnace and kitchen fan also to prevent dust.

Nothing is more disheartening than cloudy drinking glasses. (Well, maybe a few things are.) A simple remedy: soak the glasses in vinegar for five minutes then scrub with a plastic scrubbie (not the green ones, they'll scratch.). Voila! Clean drinking glasses!

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Wax dripped in your carpet? Doesn't have to be a nightmare. Here is a good guide to getting it up. It involves four steps: freezing the wax, prying it off, melting the remaining wax into paper, then cleaning your carpet. Easy to do! 

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Most cast iron pans come with a layer of seasoning already applied that protects the surface while adding flavor to the food. After cooking, you can best preserve the seasoning layer by putting coarse salt in the pan and using a wooden spatula to scrape food residue off. (If some remains, use a small amount of water to soften it and then remove it.) After cleaning the surface, wipe it with a piece of paper towel. 

You're ready to go for next time!

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Here are some things to do to get your house ready for the grit and wet of winter.

1: Be sure you have good matts inside each door to the outside.

2. Good idea to have slippers for guests too, to keep down on the grit.

3. Put down carpet runners in hallways especially near the door.

4. Because of the dry heat and closed doors, dust tends to build up in winter. Be sure you have a clean furnace filter, and dust often. ​