How to Avoid Dishwasher Discoloration
Posted
at 12:05, 27/08/2008
by
efyefy
 There are likely many ways to avoid discoloration, but this is one method that is fairly simple to utilize: When loading your dishwasher, make sure to keep stainless steel and sterling (or even a silver plate) away from each other. If you don’t, you may end up with discoloration and black spots. You can put them in the same load, just don’t let them touch!
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Why You Shouldn't Vent Your Dryer inside Your Home
Posted
at 12:03, 27/08/2008
by
efyefy
 I personally would not have thought to do this, but apparently some people think it might be wise to vent their dryers inside their homes during the cold months. This way, they save a little on their energy bull using the exhaust from the clothes dryer to keep them toasty. Here’s why that’s a big no-no: “First, the air coming out of your dryer is mega humid. This humidity can cause condensed moisture to form on your windows and other surfaces…a perfect recipe for mildew.
Then there is the lint issue. With all that lint from your drying clothes being blown into your home, there is always the danger of a spark igniting the dust. This is a very real fire hazard. Even if you vent into your attic these dangers still exist.”
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The Best Place to Store Your Coffee Beans
Posted
at 11:58, 27/08/2008
by
efyefy
 A lot of people toss their coffee into the freezer thinking this will keep it freshest. According to Abby's Guide that’s a mistake. She recommends storing it at room temperature, as freezing causes warm air to condense to it whenever you take it out. Moist coffee beans are no good! She also recommends storing your coffee in an opaque, airtight container so that liquid and oxygen can’t reach it.
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De-Clump Sugar with a Slice of Bread
Posted
at 22:29, 26/08/2008
by
LoriDeschene
 If you find your sugar bag full of clumps don’t just spoon around them—fix it!
From LifeSpy: “Place the sugar in a microwavable container and place a slice of bread in the container on the sugar. Seal the container tightly and microwave for 15 seconds. The moisture from the bread will raise the pressure in the container and the steam will soften the sugar and you can now easily work on the clumps. A half an apple can also work as substitute for sliced bread.” Photo CC 2.0, Apple Blossom Photography
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