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The Big Freeze For A Sticky Mess!

7/31/2014

 
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Ever wonder how to get rid of chewing gum tracked onto your carpet? With a little effort and patience, you can successfully resolve this problem. Begin by filling a small plastic bag or the “finger” of a rubber glove with ice and place it directly on the gum. Wait several minutes or until the gum freezes.  Take a spoon or butter knife and carefully chip the gum away from the carpet fibers while being very careful not to pull on any of the fibers. Working patiently is the key. If the gum begins to warm and becomes soft, refreeze it and continue the chipping process.

Once the gum has been removed, there may still be a residual of sugar left on the carpet fibers. Over time if it is not removed, the sugar will attract soil and lead to staining. To ensure the sugar is removed, dab carpet cleaning solution (one that is approved for your carpet type) onto a rag and begin blotting the area. The carpet cleaner will break down the sugar allowing it to be absorbed onto the rag helping to eliminate the chance of staining.

This ice-method also works well for shoes. To remove gum from the bottom of your shoe, place your shoe in a plastic bag and put it in the freezer. Let the gum freeze and using a blunt edged object, begin chipping the gum away. Your shoe should be gum free in no time.



That's Not It...Try Another!

7/17/2014

 
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Now…what's this cord connected to? Have you ever asked yourself that question as you trace a power cord from the power strip back to the device it powers? Seems like identifying which plug belongs to what device would be a simple task. But if your power strips are like most, they are located in tight, restricted spaces with similar looking cords running in all directions.

But now you can end this power strip mystery.
  By using this simple organizational trick, you can quickly identify each power cord connected to your power strip. It’s simple, quick and won’t cost you a dime.


Start by saving the bread bag clips from your empty bread bags. Pair each clip to a specific device and using a permanent marker identify that device by writing its name on the clip. Make sure the clip is attached to the plug of that device at the power strip. It’s just that simple! Now when you look at the cord the clip will say what device it powers. No more following cords until you find the right device.

Now, get started by saving those bread bag clips!


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    Bill Medred is the founder and owner of Aloha Home Watch Services, LLC

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