Homecare

Energy Saving Tips

June 16th, 2010 by Morrigan Posted in Green Tips |  No Comments »

* Turn off lights, TVs and other appliances when they are not being used. Many of us with use the remote to switch off the TV or stereo, leaving the appliance running on standby.
* Wash laundry in cold water. This does just as good a job,it keeps your colours bright, and [...]

Use Plastic labeled as Microwave Safe

June 16th, 2010 by WarMaiden Posted in Cleaning & Household |  No Comments »

A recent study has revealed that plastic waste will take 300 years to get mixed in with soil.
To make plastic wraps clingy and flexible, ingredients called plasticizers are used. This particular ingredient causes cancer and other health problems. All plastic wraps available in the market should be approved for microwave usage [...]

Clean out your fridge

June 27th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Cleaning & Household |  1 Comment »

Yogurt – Good about a week past the sell by date
Milk – Stays fresh 2 to 3 days past the sell by date, Whole milk spoils faster than skim.
Eggs- Fresh eggs last several weeks past the sell by date. Toss any with hairline cracks.
Cheese – Hard cheeses like Swiss or Parmesan last for weeks [...]

Easy decoration ideas

June 27th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Do it Yourself |  No Comments »

Sometimes we all get bored of how our home looks like and want to make changes without spending too much money on it. Not all decorating ideas require much time or money investment. Here’s a few tips on how to make a new look for your home:
-Try rearranging your furniture. Take them away from the [...]

Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

June 27th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Cleaning & Household |  No Comments »

Cleaning with Vinegar
Your home cleaners do not have to be pricey or chemical-laden to be effective in your home. In fact, they don’t even have to be store-bought, we can help you make your own homemade cleaners right in your own kitchen. Create your own all-purpose cleaner by filling a spray bottle with equal parts [...]

Household Hints from 1948

June 27th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Cleaning & Household |  No Comments »

More “vintage” tips from 1003 Household Hints and Work Savers, written in 1948. We now live in a society were Folk don’t take care of household items because they are cheap and easy to replace, if we took a little extra care we could save our families some money each year, that money could be [...]

Easy Homemade Stained Glass Votive Candle

June 26th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Do it Yourself |  No Comments »

For this project you’ll need:
A glass votive holder
Small pieces of colored tissue paper
White glue diluted water
A small brush
Put about three tablespoons of white glue into a jar or cup and add about one tablespoon of water. You want it about the consistency of watery paint.
Cut the tissue paper into small squares or other patterns. We [...]

Improving energy Efficiency during Winter

June 26th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Green Tips |  No Comments »

*Put installation in your ceiling.
*Use curtains and window treatments to prevent loss of heat, but do open them up to let the sun in—especially from southern windows.
*Close off areas that don’t need to be heated.
*Don’t overheat your home. Raising your thermostat one degree can raise your electrical bill by 3%. The recommended setting is 68-72 [...]

The Frugal Home

June 26th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Do it Yourself |  No Comments »

Save your used tissue box and then stuff recycled plastic bags into the box. It holds a lot of bags and you get to pull them out each time you need one.
To shave your legs, use hair conditioner or even better yet – buy the cheapest shampoo w/conditioner you can find, if you have sensitive [...]

Lemons For Cleaning

June 26th, 2009 by Homefront Posted in Cleaning & Household |  No Comments »

1. For soap scum and hard water stains – allow lemon juice to sit and soak. The juice will dissolve the spots.
2. Dab some lemon juice on a rag to clean brass and copper.
3. Mix lemon juice with vinegar & baking soda to make a good general cleaning paste.
4. By cutting a lemon in half [...]

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