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 mikey Send message Joined: 19 Dec 06 Posts: 12 Credit: 2,100 RAC: 0 
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Simple Green actually is pretty potent stuff too; however, it doesn't harm the skin, so - no gloves needed... It, (in and of itself), is biodegradable; so, when washing your car with it, it is acceptable for the runoff to hit the storm drains without fear of being penalized by HOA-Spies for "polluting the storm drains"... As I stated earlier; it even removes oil stains from driveways. But doing the oily driveway cleaning would get you in trouble with the HOA-Spies! I have also used Simple Green for years, it is GREAT STUFF! I buy it now in the concentrated bottles and mix it myself. That way I can make a weak solution for my cars etc, and a strong solution for heavy duty cleaning. 
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Sexy_Brunette07 Send message Joined: 23 Dec 06 Posts: 339 Credit: 0 RAC: 0
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Thank you guys! Ummm what about that Bam! stuff? I'll try the Lime Green. :) I think my Mom used that once before. ID: 13143 · |
LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0 
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::mental note:: Take used tissues out of pocket before washing your best jeans.....ugh! :( ID: 13213 · |
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Take used tissues out of pocket before washing your best jeans.....ugh! :( Yesterday I was eating a fish sandwich and spilled a big white glob of tarter sauce on my jeans. Boy was that awkward. me@rescam.org ID: 13215 · |
Fuzzy Hollynoodles Send message Joined: 17 Jun 05 Posts: 2087 Credit: 257,732 RAC: 0 |
::mental note:: Specially if it's paper tissues! :-O [b]"I'm trying to maintain a shred of dignity in this world." - Me[/b] 
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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::mental note:: It was :( Oh well, a quick pat down with the Sellotape & they should be alright.....I hope! ID: 13223 · |
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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Should have given it a good rub with a damp sponge ID: 13226 · |
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Send message Joined: 15 Jun 05 Posts: 3400 Credit: 1,026,406 RAC: 0
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Yesterday I was eating a fish sandwich and spilled a big white glob of tarter sauce on my jeans. Boy was that awkward. Yes you should. :P me@rescam.org ID: 13231 · |
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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Yesterday I was eating a fish sandwich and spilled a big white glob of tarter sauce on my jeans. Boy was that awkward. Too late now, but I think even dried stains wash out with a bit of Bold & some very hotwater. Next time, holler sooner :P ID: 13241 · |
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Sexy_Brunette07 Send message Joined: 23 Dec 06 Posts: 339 Credit: 0 RAC: 0
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Take used tissues out of pocket before washing your best jeans.....ugh! :( Did that Friday, except it was ice cream. ID: 13283 · |
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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Never EVER rub your eye after chopping chillies! Aaaarrrrggghhh!!! Someone call an ambulance!! ID: 13566 · |
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Fuzzy Hollynoodles Send message Joined: 17 Jun 05 Posts: 2087 Credit: 257,732 RAC: 0 |
Never EVER rub your eye after chopping chillies! Aaaarrrrggghhh!!! Someone call an ambulance!! Rinse with cold water, lots of cold water! Or maybe milk, they say milk can neutralize the Capsaicin EDIT: look here Never ever touch your eyes after having touched chili! Big NO-NO!!! [b]"I'm trying to maintain a shred of dignity in this world." - Me[/b]
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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Never EVER rub your eye after chopping chillies! Aaaarrrrggghhh!!! Someone call an ambulance!! Thanks Fuzzy :) The milk thing really helped. I put it on some cotton wool & it took away the last of the stinging. Hmmmmm......I'm usually more careful especially as was a Scotch Bonnet.  Was making a Bengali fish & watercress curry......lol, which has now salted by a few LG tears! I'm not going to tell anyone ;) btw, thanks for the wiki link, I'm going to show that to my cookery class! ID: 13573 · |
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Send message Joined: 15 Jun 05 Posts: 3400 Credit: 1,026,406 RAC: 0
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I remember once rubbing my eye and getting chili powder under my contact lens. Ouch! me@rescam.org ID: 13579 · |
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LG Send message Joined: 7 Oct 06 Posts: 1087 Credit: 28,654 RAC: 0
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I remember once rubbing my eye and getting chili powder under my contact lens. Ouch! Too right, 'ouch'! Makes me cringe just thinking about it. Fuzzy's milk remedy really worked for me today. If you're careful with it you can make a good balm for arthritis with chillies though. ID: 13588 · |
 Send message Joined: 18 Nov 06 Posts: 86 Credit: 50,541 RAC: 0 
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Never EVER rub your eye after chopping chillies! Aaaarrrrggghhh!!! Someone call an ambulance!! The same thing applies to Indian curries that don't use chillies... had a similar experience with a vindaloo!!!! The effect was similar to copping a dose of CS gas. Milk is good in such cases. If you can't handle a firey dish, sour cream, plain yoghurt or milk will take the heat away. Cool the dish by adding the yoghurt or cream, and drink milk to soothe your inflamed mouth! ON NO ACCOUNT USE WATER OR A COLD DRINK! 
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Send message Joined: 18 Nov 06 Posts: 86 Credit: 50,541 RAC: 0
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What is a good de-greaser? I need something to get this access grease off my stove! The one I have... well...sucks... A bit late, I know, but any ammonia-based cleaner cleans up grease very well. I always carried some when servicing photocopiers, as silicone oil fumes deposited on mirrors, and ONLY ammonia would remove the deposits properly.
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Pawly Send message Joined: 9 Feb 07 Posts: 392 Credit: 130,499 RAC: 0 
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Never EVER rub your eye after chopping chillies! Aaaarrrrggghhh!!! Someone call an ambulance!! My family grows our own chillis and I have experiened this.... "The "capsaicin high" is a euphoric sensation caused by the consumption of large quantities of capsaicin from capsaicin-laden foods. It is theorized that the pain induced by capsaicin causes the human body to release endorphins. Eventually, enough are released to create a sensation that is frequently compared to "runner's high".[1]" -From the wiki Almost all dairy products work (I like ice cream ;-) ) to dull the pain, so experimenting is fun. But I prefer the "develop a tolerance over time", method. I have a pepper sauce here (special occasions / pracical jokes) measuered at 119700 Scoville Units, it's like chewing on a mouthful of scoth bonnets and habaneros!! More on topic: Clean brake dust off the rims of your vehicle with some rubbing compound and a Crest Spin-Brush toothbrush, the spin does the work and you can get into all the corners.   ID: 15092 · |
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Send message Joined: 18 Nov 06 Posts: 86 Credit: 50,541 RAC: 0
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The same thing applies to Indian curries that don't use chillies... had a similar experience with a vindaloo!!!! The effect was similar to copping a dose of CS gas. Milk is good in such cases. If you can't handle a firey dish, sour cream, plain yoghurt or milk will take the heat away. Cool the dish by adding the yoghurt or cream, and drink milk to soothe your inflamed mouth! ON NO ACCOUNT USE WATER OR A COLD DRINK![/quote] My family grows our own chillis and I have experiened this.... "The "capsaicin high" is a euphoric sensation caused by the consumption of large quantities of capsaicin from capsaicin-laden foods. It is theorized that the pain induced by capsaicin causes the human body to release endorphins. Eventually, enough are released to create a sensation that is frequently compared to "runner's high".[1]" -From the wiki Almost all dairy products work (I like ice cream ;-) ) to dull the pain, so experimenting is fun. But I prefer the "develop a tolerance over time", method. I have a pepper sauce here (special occasions / pracical jokes) measuered at 119700 Scoville Units, it's like chewing on a mouthful of scoth bonnets and habaneros!! More on topic: Clean brake dust off the rims of your vehicle with some rubbing compound and a Crest Spin-Brush toothbrush, the spin does the work and you can get into all the corners. [/quote] Good grief! I just took a look at that site! Generally, Tabasco is taken to be "scorching" I personally like it... a lot! ;) However, to discover the delights (?evils?) of higher-powered chillies, and to see how lowly Tabasco rates in the scheme of things is a bit of a shock. Re: wheel cleaning Never thought of using a POWER toothbrush, but normally use WD40, with a manual toothbrush, and follow with soapy water and finally clean water to rinse. (I don't return the toothbrush to the bathroom after... it doesn't taste good)
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Pawly Send message Joined: 9 Feb 07 Posts: 392 Credit: 130,499 RAC: 0
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LOL Yeah Tabasco is pretty weak in the grand scheme of things. All I taste is the vinegar they add to it. I used to use a regular toothbrush too, then I got the bright idea of leting the brush do the work instead of my arm!! ID: 15113 · |
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