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Don't cry: Use peanut butter to clean up spilled milk

Question: I have frosted glass in my pantry door. The one side is plain glass but, on the inside, it is frosted. I can’t seem to get kid spills off the inside of the door (chocolate milk, for instance). Any suggestions? Alex

Answer: I apply a small amount of smooth peanut butter onto the chocolate milk, leave it for five minutes and scrape it off easily with a plastic putty knife or a green abrasive pad (not an SOS pad). Then clean the glass in the usual manner with either my Squeaky-Clean window recipe or a super-duper solution that works best for you. (Squeaky-Clean window recipe: In a spray bottle, combine one teaspoon (5 ml) of inexpensive shampoo, 1/4 cup (60 ml) rubbing alcohol and fill remaining portion of the bottle with white vinegar. Spray and wipe. For extra shine, make a paste of cornstarch and water, wipe mirrors and wipe with a clean cloth.

 

Question: What can I use to clean the non-removable rubber seal on my garbage disposal? David

Answer: The best tools that I am aware of for tackling this job are either a narrow toilet brush or a bottle brush. The bristles won’t damage the seal, and either brush is perfect for scrubbing away old food particles.

 

Question: What can I use to clean the floor in my acrylic shower stall? Nothing seems to work. Thank you, Timothy

Answer: Into a spray bottle combine two cups of white vinegar and one tablespoon of Dawn dish soap. Use the steam from a hot shower to your advantage and clean the shower floor shortly after use. Choose a non-scratching abrasive pad (this is key to making the job easier) and spray the floor with a liberal amount of the solution.

 

Question: I can’t seem to solve the problem of gravies and sauces separating after being frozen. I have tried cornstarch as the thickener instead of flour with no luck. Any suggestions? Maryanna

Answer: Gravy may be frozen for several months. To prevent "skin" from forming on the top, lay a piece of wax paper or plastic wrap directly on the surface of the gravy before covering the container. If you know you will be freezing gravy, try to use as little fat and milk as possible, so that it does not separate when thawed. You can reduce the chances of separation greatly if you run the gravy through a blender or food processor before freezing.

 

Note: Every user assumes all risks of injury or damage resulting from the implementation of any suggestions in this column. Test all products on an inconspicuous area first.

Have a great suggestion or tip? Please send an email at: info@reena.ca. Reena Nerbas is a popular motivational presenter for large and small groups; check out her website: reena.ca.

 

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