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Surprising Household Cleaners
David Prince
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Remove Adhesive with Oil
Original Purpose: Frying.
Aha! Use: Removing adhesive from glass. Apply cooking oil to the sticker using a paper towel or a soft cloth, rub firmly, then rinse with warm, soapy water. (If the adhesive is stubborn, use a dab of toothpaste along with the oil.)
Reward: Goo Gone be gone — one less cleaning product to buy.


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