The Household Hints & Tips Thread...

[Hollylane]

Originally Posted by Gemme

You can also put a damp sponge in the microwave for at least 90 seconds. Kills about 99% of the germs but it will be HOT when you go to take it out.

Gaige says you can add lemon juice to that, and it works even better.

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Learn from my mistakes (or simply use common sense)...

Do not start more laundry than you can finish, and then leave it sitting to be forgotten during a busy work week. This is especially true if you live in a damp area (Oregon), and if you are conscious about your energy/water footprint.

I have now had to rewash two loads of clothes, two times, to get the mildew smell out. Yuck, and very wasteful of water, electricity, and detergent.

I'm a little annoyed with me right now....