What powerwash tools of chemicals do we use around our house?

[Rick2 42]

This might be a fun thread. What do we use around our own home that might not have been the original intention of the tool or chemical?

I'll start off. There is always a little F-13 left in the pump sprayer and it works great cleaning the aluminum wheels on my wife's SUV.

[Rick2 42]

I used some Gutter Gernade (F 13, F 14?) on my deep frier last week. Came out like new. Hope it's not too toxic, I'll let Polina have the first french fries from it.

[A OK Pressure Washing 14]

Hey Rick,

The F-13 didn't damage the rims over time?

[Rick2 42]

Not that I've noticed. Besides, it's my wife's car. I'll just blame her if something happens to it.

[Thad 135]

Gutter grenade is great for cleaning tires. I try to keep it off the wheels.

I have used deck stripper and muriatic acid as drain unstoppers before. NOT at the same time.

[Rick2 42]

Do you think that would hurt PVC pipes?

[Thad 135]

Do you think that would hurt PVC pipes?

No, not unless you pour straight acid on dry pipes.

Takes care of soap buildup and toilet paper clogs, though.

[Chappy 138]

Simple Cherry is a great all purpose cleaner for around the house.

Restore is great for grout and tile, but wont get deep mold out.

[Jerry 24]

a table spoon of Citric acid in clear water run through you coffee-maker

will de-scale it, and your coffee will taste better (again)

:cheers:

Just run a 2nd batch of clear water through it, to rinse.

Edited July 20, 2010 by Jerry
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[Rick2 42]

I've found a weak mix of oxalic works great to clean white grout between my hallway tiles. I mix it in a little cup and put it on with a small paint brush. Gotta keep Cody the Dog away from it though. I think it would burn his feet.