Silly solution for cleaning computer keyboards
Q I would like to clean the keyboard on my computer. I am looking for a solution that avoids any sort of liquid cleaner as I do not want to risk any damage to my computer. Any ideas of how to remove the dust?
A Use a piece of Silly Putty to clean the keyboard. While the computer is turned off, press Silly Putty onto the keys; the dust and grime sticks to the putty and lifts it out. Also, vacuum cleaners manufactured specifically for computers are available where computers are sold.
Q I have water marks on a Travertine marble dining room table. What would you suggest I use to remove these?
A Several years ago, someone wrote to me describing their battle over the same challenge. The solution that succeeded for them was stainless-steel cleaner. They discovered, quite by accident, that when they rubbed a small amount on their Travertine table, it removed the marks (test on an inconspicuous area first).
Q Please advise how we can get rust stains off a cement driveway.
A Pour hot water onto the concrete and scrub with dish soap. Leave for 10 minutes. Do not allow dish soap to sit on the driveway for an extended period. Scrub with a stiff, wire brush and rinse with water. Caution: Do not use muriatic acid on paving stones, it is too strong and may damage stones.
FEEDBACK
Re: Foot odour in Home
The woman who wrote about foot odour in her home needs to get the footwear into a freezer bag, and put it outside for 48 hours. After that she should go buy wool socks, get the kids to wash feet, and then rub their feet with underarm deodorant, do not go right up to the toes. I know this works because I had to do this for my husband’s foot problem, and now my house is foot-odour free. Submitted by: Dora
TIPS OF THE WEEK
Store potatoes with apples. The apples prevent potatoes from sprouting. Don’t store apples near broccoli or mushrooms, the same gas from apples that inhibits the potatoes from sprouting speeds the ripening of broccoli and the darkening of mushrooms. Hope these tips help; I have grown and sold all the above vegetables.
Submitted by: Rodney
As an avid gardener I have discovered many things over the years through trial and error. Every spring I start my peas indoors — they germinate much better, and put up a better fight against pests and diseases. Submitted by: Betty
If you are thinking of planting garlic this year, consider waiting until the fall instead of spring. Fall is a better time to plant garlic, about a month before the ground freezes. Submitted by: Bertram
Reena Nerbas is a popular motivational presenter for large and small groups; check out her website — reena.ca — to ask a question or share a tip. Disclaimer: 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.