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967 days ago

Genius Uses for Vinegar (That Don't Involve Food)

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (Hawkes Bay Chem-Dry)

More reasons why you should always have a bottle of vinegar on hand.

There are so many different vinegar uses that it is truly one of the most versatile items in your pantry. From cooking to cleaning to personal care, there are endless home uses for vinegar. In fact, there are very few things … View more
More reasons why you should always have a bottle of vinegar on hand.

There are so many different vinegar uses that it is truly one of the most versatile items in your pantry. From cooking to cleaning to personal care, there are endless home uses for vinegar. In fact, there are very few things you can’t clean with vinegar.

It’s important to note that there are many different types of vinegar and each has its own purpose. Balsamic and red wine vinegar are used mostly for cooking and salad dressing. White vinegar, while edible, is best used for cleaning purposes. Cleaning vinegar is dangerous to ingest and should only be used for that purpose. Apple cider vinegar is one of the most versatile types of vinegar, with just as many culinary uses as cleaning and other purposes.

Here are some genius vinegar uses you might not know about.

Vinegar as All-Purpose Cleaning Spray: Get rid of your chemical cleaning products and use vinegar instead. Mix one-part white vinegar and one part water in an empty spray bottle to clean everything from wood floors to countertops. To make the smell more pleasant, add 10-20 drops of any essential oil. Lemon is a particularly good choice because it helps to cut grease and odours.

Vinegar as Soap Scum Remover: Having trouble scrubbing that tough soap scum off your bathtub or shower doors? Pour some white vinegar or cleaning vinegar on a sponge and wipe. If you still have trouble removing the grime, put a little baking soda on a sponge and add a little more vinegar. It will fizz, making the dirt come up easily.

Vinegar as Clarifying Hair Treatment: If product build-up is making your hair feel oily, skip the clarifying shampoo and DIY your own using, you guessed it, vinegar. Combine one part apple cider vinegar to two parts water in an old shampoo or empty water bottle and shake it up. After shampooing your hair, towel dry and apply the solution evenly from roots to ends. Let it sit for a few minutes before rinsing and conditioning.

Vinegar as Candle Wax Remover: Spilled candle wax is easy to remove with the help of vinegar. Just heat up the wax with a hair dryer and then sop it up with a paper towel. Remove any leftover wax with a paper towel soaked in a solution of half water and half vinegar.

Vinegar as Weed Killer: Stop using chemical weed killers in your garden. Vinegar is better for your family and pets. It’s best to use vinegar that has high acidity, such as Pure 20% Vinegar ($23; amazon.com), to apply to weeded areas. You can also combine a gallon of white vinegar with a cup of salt and a tablespoon of dish soap. Mix well and apply to the area.

Vinegar as Flea Spray for Your Pet: Want to treat Fido or Fluffy’s fleas naturally? After shampooing, apply a mixture using one part water to one part apple cider vinegar on your pet’s coat to create an unpleasant environment for fleas to live.

Vinegar as Carpet Stain Remover: Vinegar can help lift odours and get stains out of carpet. Soak the stain with white vinegar, and then sprinkle on some baking soda until the solution fizzes. Wait a few minutes for the stain to absorb and then vacuum up the powder. If the odour is bothersome, apply a drop or two of essential oil over the vinegar.

Vinegar as Stainless Steel Cleaner: No need to buy anything special to make your fridge shine. Spray undiluted white vinegar on stainless steel or chrome, then buff off with a polishing cloth.

Vinegar as Showerhead Cleaner: If your shower spray isn’t what it used to be, it could be clogged with minerals and gunk. Fill a plastic bag with vinegar and secure it over the showerhead using tape or rubber bands. Wait at least two hours and then run the water for a few minutes through the showerhead before using. You can also remove the showerhead and submerge it in the vinegar instead. Rinse off before reattaching.

Vinegar as Sweater Fluffer: Fluff up wool sweaters by adding a few capfuls of vinegar to the rinse cycle.

Vinegar as Garbage Disposal Deodorizer: To deodorize a garbage disposal, make vinegar ice cubes and feed them down the disposal. After grinding, run cold water through the drain.

More: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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969 days ago

Bird cage

Paula from Taradale

Hi I am wondering if anyone as a bird cage on wheels please any help would be great thank you

968 days ago

Feijoa Season 2022

Georgina from Karamu - Waipatu

3kg bag for $12 ($4 per kg) of our early season mixed grade and variety Cheops Feijoas.
Pre-order for your contactless collection from near Ruahapia Rd turn off near Hastings Showgrounds.
Certified organic spray free, commercial, quality feijoas from small family run local orchard. SUPPORT LOCAL
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3kg bag for $12 ($4 per kg) of our early season mixed grade and variety Cheops Feijoas.
Pre-order for your contactless collection from near Ruahapia Rd turn off near Hastings Showgrounds.
Certified organic spray free, commercial, quality feijoas from small family run local orchard. SUPPORT LOCAL
Find out more from our Facebook Page and place orders through their messaging system www.facebook.com...
If you do not use Facebook you can email an order to cheops.feijoas@gmail.com

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968 days ago

World Poetry Day

NumberWorks'nWords Hawkes Bay

In 1999, World Poetry Day was introduced, with the aim of promoting the reading, writing, publishing, and teaching of poetry around the world.

It is an opportunity to appreciate the power of poetry and how it can capture the creative spirit of the human mind.

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969 days ago

Auction Wednesday 23 March 10am

Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd

Estate Furniture Chattels China. Beds. Kayak. Mannequin. Tools. Colonial Furniture etc
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Mon 805. Tue 8-6 & Wed from 8am
More Photos www.mafa.co.nz... & facebook

969 days ago

APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

Apply now.
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970 days ago

Little Panto on the Prairie

Steve from Taradale

"The Frivs" (Napier Frivolity Minstrels) present "Little Panto on the Prairie." This is an extremely funny pantomime. Audience participation is encouraged. This will be performed at the Napier Repertory Theatre in McGrath Street from Wednesday 27 April to Sunday 1 May. Tickets … View more"The Frivs" (Napier Frivolity Minstrels) present "Little Panto on the Prairie." This is an extremely funny pantomime. Audience participation is encouraged. This will be performed at the Napier Repertory Theatre in McGrath Street from Wednesday 27 April to Sunday 1 May. Tickets are available through Eventfinda. There may be door sales available. Non alcoholic drinks will be available only. Come along for a great night out.

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971 days ago

Wood Chisels - 7 $45

Joy from Tamatea

These belonged to my late husband. 4 are new and still in the box which is scuffed. TRT brand 280mm long with yellow and blue handles. 10. 12. 20.and 26mm blades The additional 3 chisels are used and could do with a bit of a clean up. These have shorter and of the Stanley brand . Interested … View moreThese belonged to my late husband. 4 are new and still in the box which is scuffed. TRT brand 280mm long with yellow and blue handles. 10. 12. 20.and 26mm blades The additional 3 chisels are used and could do with a bit of a clean up. These have shorter and of the Stanley brand . Interested parties should ring me on 8446862 or 0210489888 to view.

Price: $45

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971 days ago

Gib board for sale

Ron from Greenmeadows

I have two new " patch up" sheets of gib 590x1200x10mm. Cost over $16 selling for $10 pick up Greenmeadows area.Ph Ron 8440655.

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971 days ago

Rocking chair refresh

The Team from Resene ColorShop Napier

Refresh and restore a beautiful old rocking chair with a simple but stylish new look with Resene Enamacryl.

Find out how to create your own.

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973 days ago

Cemetery Database

Rhonda Neighbourly Lead from Hastings Central

Great News!
Napier, Hastings and Central Hawke's Bay Councils provide online databases that you can use to search records for people who are buried or interred within the cemeteries.
If you can not find the information you seek, you can email or phone the Cemetery Manager/Sexton at the … View more
Great News!
Napier, Hastings and Central Hawke's Bay Councils provide online databases that you can use to search records for people who are buried or interred within the cemeteries.
If you can not find the information you seek, you can email or phone the Cemetery Manager/Sexton at the cemetery, and they will be able to assist you. Ring your local Council who will put you through.

Thanks to the staff who work hard to ensure our cemeteries and crematorium are always well cared for. You do an excellent job.
The local Councils do their best to provide correct information. If any information you think is incorrect, please send the cemetery manager/sexton the accurate data with supporting documents if you have them.
Here are the links to go to the Databases.

Napier Cemeteries:
www.napier.govt.nz...

Hastings Cemeteries including Havelock North
hastingsdc.discovereverafter.com...

Central Hawkes Bay:
www.chbdc.govt.nz...

Other sources of information could be Funeral Directors, Death Notices, Electoral Rolls and data collected by the NZ Society of Genealogists.

Rhonda Diprose is a funeral celebrant who specializes in graveside funeral or memorial services, interment of ashes, and headstone unveilings. Please get in touch with her for more information:
Email RhondaDiprose@gmail.com
Phone 0278299984

Photos used with permission from this lovely family.

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972 days ago

Happy St Patrick's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today is a perfect time to stop and enjoy the company of your neighbours, friends and family!

The team at NZ Compare wish you all good health, good luck and happiness for 2022.

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972 days ago

St Patrick's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Hawkes Bay

17 March is Saint Patrick’s Day. It is the day when Irish communities around the world celebrate their culture with music, dancing, parades, and traditional food and drinks.

May the luck of the Irish be with you! Enjoy your day!

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972 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene ColorShop

Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
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Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
- Cleaning products

Discounts off the normal retail price of Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpaper and cleaning products until 26 April 2022. Available only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers or shop online. For details see 20% off sale.
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973 days ago

Newly stocked homeware shelves.

Mary Anne from Taradale

Visit Red Cross Shop, 35 Cadbury Rd, Onekawa.
Open Mon to Fri 10am to 4pm.
New Season Autumn clothes in store too!

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