Question: I was wondering how to get condensation out of my fridge. Thanks, Bev
Answer: The most common reason for condensation build-up inside the refrigerator stems from a worn gasket. Test the unit by holding a five dollar bill up to the open door. Close the door and pull on the bill. If it comes out without resistance, chances are that the seal is worn. Purchase and install a new gasket. Before replacing the gasket, remove the screws and soak it in warm water so that it is easier to work with. A new gasket will tightly seal the fridge, so that air will not transfer from outside to inside the unit.
Question: Many of the jackets and suits that I purchase are sold with an extra button. Any suggestions of how I can organize and store the buttons so that I don’t lose them? Thank you, Sherise
Answer: One option is to sew the extra button onto the inside label of the garment. Some people tape the extra button onto the blank side of a business card. Label the business card with which garment the button matches. The business card is then put inside a book style business card holder set apart specifically for spare garment buttons.
Question: Is there a difference between evaporated and condensed milk other than the fact that sweetened milk costs more?
Answer: The difference between evaporated and condensed milk is the sugar content: only one is sweetened. Both begin as whole milk. When making evaporated milk, the milk is heated until about 60 per cent of the water is evaporated. Condensed milk is made by blending whole milk with sugar (which accounts for the price difference). It is then heated until about 60 per cent of the water is evaporated. There is a difference in the flavours of both, which may make a difference when substituting one for another in recipes.
Question: My white sheets are yellowing, I imagine from body oils, that I can’t get out. I’ve tried baking soda and a few other things, but nothing is working. I just want nice white sheets again. Can you suggest anything? Thank-you, Pam
Answer: My favourite solution for brightening sheets is to soak them in washing soda and very hot water for 10 minutes. Or if you have a very large pot, boil them in the solution. Washing soda may be purchased online and at many grocery stores, in the laundry section. Fabric safe bleach is another option. Hang them outside to dry or lay them on the grass. Worst case scenario, re-dye the sheets using white Rit dye, according to the directions on the box. To prevent sheets from yellowing in the future, add a half cup vinegar to every wash.
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.
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