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Next time your drain or sink is clogged, don’t waste time and money running to the store to buy Liquid Plumr or Drano. You’ll get great results with 2 simple ingredients that I’ll bet are in your pantry: baking soda and vinegar! It’s cheap, it’s easy and it’s the natural way to unclog a drain.
 
 
How to Unclog a Drain with Baking Soda and Vinegar

• Supplies needed:
• 1/2 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• rag
• 4 cups boiling water

1. Directions:
2. Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda down the clogged drain or sink.
3. Pour 1/2 cup of vinegar down the clogged drain or sink – you’ll instantly see a “volcano” erupting in your sink!
4. Immediately stuff the rag into the drain, it’s important not to let the baking soda and vinegar mixture escape!
5. Let sit 30 minutes.
6. Boil 4 cups of water.
7. Remove the rag.
8. Slowly pour the boiling water down the drain.
9. That’s it, your clog should be gone!
10. Repeat if necessary. Note: I’ve been using this method for about a year with great results on the first try!

 
Now that you know how to unclog your drain naturally, say goodbye to Liquid Plumr and Drano! If the problem still persists after doing the steps above it’s time to call for a professional blocked drain plumber to unclog your drain.

Pleave a comment to let me know if you’ve had success with the baking soda and vinegar method.

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Fall has finally arrived in Texas, and I’m looking forward to a little clothes shopping!

My secret to instant savings? Start your shopping trip with discounted gift cards to your favorite stores, and you’ll enjoy instant savings. Let’s take a look at the math:

• I buy a $100 JC Penny gift card for $85…instant savings of $15.
• I use that $100 gift card to shop at the 40% off sale.
• Finally, I use the additional 15% off coupon that runs regularly in the newspaper.

 
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One of the most common complaints that people have about their teeth is that they’re discolored. So many things can affect the color of the teeth. Drinking soda, wine, coffee, smoking, and eating highly pigmented foods can all result in the yellowish tinge that everyone hates.

If a person has some extra money to spend, they could always visit their dentist for a quick whitening treatment. Unfortunately, in this economy, most people don’t have the extra money to spend on teeth whitening and dental insurance doesn’t usually cover the cost. This is why an increasing number of people are getting creative and looking in their own cabinets for products that can help.

Are There Low Cost Ways to Whiten My Teeth?
Teeth whitening is one of those beauty treatments that sounds difficult and expensive, but it really isn’t – this method can fit any budget. Most people can whiten their teeth from home, using products that are already in their cabinets. However, if you have been smoking for years and are dealing with significant stains, home whitening may not be enough. These treatments are better for people that only need to get their teeth a few shades whiter, not eliminate severe stains.

Two great products for at-home teeth whitening are hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. While this may sound a bit odd, since hydrogen peroxide is usually used to clean out cuts and scrapes, it does work. Next time you’re out shopping, look at the ingredients in a few high priced teeth whiteners and toothpastes. A lot of the time these products include hydrogen peroxide and/or baking soda.

How to Whiten Your Teeth at Home:
To whiten your smile, swap your normal mouthwash with hydrogen peroxide or mix it 1/2 & 1/2 with the mouthwash. Swish the liquid around your mouth and through your teeth for a good minute before spitting it out. Once you spit it out, go ahead and rinse your mouth with water to get the taste out.

Right after rinsing, brush your teeth using a baking soda/toothpaste mixture. To make this mixture, put a tiny bit of toothpaste into a small cup, and then mix in one teaspoon of the baking soda and half a teaspoon of water. Once the concoction has been thoroughly mixed together and is the consistency of a paste, use it to brush your teeth. Brush your teeth for two minutes, just as you do regularly, and then spit it out. Upon completion, you will have successfully created a whitening treatment comparable to many popular products you’ll find in stores.

Remember to do the two step whitening process once a week until you have reached the results you want. Once your teeth are good and white, limit yourself to using the whitening treatment once every month or two.

If done too often, this treatment will wear down the enamel on your teeth and make you more susceptible to cavities. So while you may have a white smile, you’ll also have a mouth full of sensitive teeth and cavities, which may actually be worse than a little discoloration. Fortunately, while following these steps, without overdoing it, you will be able to easily whiten your teeth, while saving hundreds on the cost of professional whitening treatments.

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About the Author:
Sally is a 29 year old writer with a passion for health and wellness, frugal living, and culinary arts. In her free time she enjoys playing with her two English bulldogs.

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