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Gum in My Dryer
Asked by S.M. from Roanoke
on March 29, 2009
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A pack of gum got left in a pocket and went through the washer and dryer. Anyone know how to get the melted gum out of the dryer? Thanks.
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- try a magic eraser from mr. clean first...then goo gone. I know that goo gone works but it stinks to high heavens!
- Hello Once the dryer col off you should be able to scrape it off with a razor blade or sharp knife. Penut butter always work too. Put it on the gum and let it set...
- How Clean Is Your House recommends to rub ice on the gum to freeze it and scrape off as much as you can with a blunt knife. If this method isn’t working, heat the...
Smelly Dryer?
Asked by S. from Denver
on May 1, 2008
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My dryer has recently taken on a weird odor! I wash our clothes and throw them into the dryer with a dryer sheet and they come out with a stinky smell. I have cleane...
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- I would make sure your dryer vent tube is totally clear. They can get blocked. Maybe something like a bird/animal nest blocked it and it smells funny from that? I h...
- I had a friend who just recently found she had a mold problem in her dryer that was causing all kinds of health problems in her family. As everyone else has already s...
- Sounds like everyone has given you pretty good advice, but I want to stress make sure you get it looked at asap and maybe don't use it till you do because dryers are o...
Dryer Needed
Asked by S.P. from Billings
on June 1, 2009
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Hello ladies, I have a request for you. My dryer is about to die. (Clothes dryer) We don't have the money to buy a new dryer. If anyone has one that they want to get r...
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- You can also ask on freecycle.org. Tyra Banks had some other resources on her show Friday for freebies. You might check out her site to see if there are others you c...
- I don't have a dryer to offer, but you might check Craig's List or a nearby Habitat outlet store. You can really find some bargains, as long as you feel comfortable w...
- According to her profile moms - S. is in Billings, MT - if that's not right, please let us know!!
How to remove crayon stain in dryer and clothes?
Asked by A.S. from Denver
on February 1, 2009
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Please help my 7 year old left a black crayon in his pocket and the entire load that was dried with the jeans is covered in black marks and there is a chunk of crayon ...
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- This happened to me with a very pretty blue crayon. I used a wet dryer sheet to remove it all from the dryer. Scrubbing the inside of the dryer with it. I used 4 sh...
- The only thing i can think of right off is using OOPS it will take crayon off alot of things and really not that expensive to buy.
- Do your best to scrape the wax off the way it's been suggested by others. As far as the clothes go, I use a product called Kids'n'Pets. My daughter did the same thin...
Washer and Dryer
Asked by A.C. from Chicago
on January 18, 2010
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Hello,
I am looking for recommendations for a new washer and dryer. I have the Maytag Neptune and it has been nothing but trouble over the years.
Thanks!!
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- What ever brand you choose to go with, choose a front load. It will be the best decision you make. It helps get your clothes cleaner and uses 1/2 the water. I would ...
- I've had the Whirlpool Cabrio for several months now and love it. This thing is HUGE. It is a top loader without an agitator, so it has the features/benefits of a fr...
- I have the Electrolux machines and LOVE them! They fit so much and are so easy to use! They are energy efficient too which is great. I just got the IQ touch ones ...
Ink in Dryer
Asked by A.A. from San Diego
on February 16, 2010
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Hi mamas,
Does anyone know how to remove pen ink from the inside of a dryer?
We had a black ball point pen explosion!
Uhhhggggggg.
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- Goof Off or Cheap Hairspray (suave) work but both are highly flamable. I recommend unplugging the dryer, clean it, then rinse 3-4 times. Let it air dry for 48 hours.
- The main ingredient in all those cleaning products is alcohol-that's what actually get the ink out. If you have some rubbing alcohol put it on a cloth and rub the insi...
- I'm not sure this would work, but try hairspray. The good old fashioned kind like Aqua Net (if they still make it). I know hairspray gets ink out of clothes, so it m...
Washer and Dryer
Asked by A.H. from Dallas
on July 14, 2007
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We are thinking about replacing our washer and dryer. We are thinking about getting a front loading washer....Any have any opinions? What brand? Thanks!
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- If I could buy a different one I would. The front loaders tend to get stuff stuck in the bottom rim and it constantly smells no matter how much airing out and bleach ...
- We have Whirlpool and LOVE them. It is so quiet and is SO SMART. I actually enjoy doing laundry. We do not have the pedestals and they are just fine without them. ...
- I've had Maytag washer and dryer front loaders for about 4 yrs and LOVE them. My washer has the hot water heater thing on it that helps out with towels, sheets, etc w...
Gum in the Dryer
Asked by C.S. from Parkersburg
on December 14, 2008
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How do you get gum that was left in clothing off of the inside of a dryer? I used a scrubby sponge and Goo Gone but there is still some baked on the inside.
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- There is something about the oil in peanut butter that desolves gum. I used it on my car when someone put gum in my lock. My mom used it in my hair several times. I...
- Try some peanut butter. I know I have used it in hair and on clothing and it works great. If not try a scraper and scrape it out. Good luck. Have a great day.
- That has happened to me before. I took a credit card or other plastic card and scrapped it from the surface and then used simple green to get the remaining sticky off...
Crayon in Dryer
Asked by A.M. from Providence
on October 3, 2008
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Hi Ladies, I am requesting some help, I just went to take my laundry out of my dryer and noticed that a purple crayon made its may in there, now I have purple streaks ...
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- Melaleuca sells a solumel cleaner that would work in an instant, you could also try the Mr. Clean magic eraser?? C. W www.MyHomeCottageBiz.com Supplemental Income...
- That happened to us about 5 years ago in a previous house, except the crayon was red! Just so you know, you're not alone! We were not able to get it out with all t...
- I can unfortunately relate from my own experience of a crayon going through the wash! I have found a fantatic product that is a natural solvant called Sol-u-mel. It ...
Ink in My Dryer
Asked by K.P. from Kansas City
on April 19, 2008
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I accidently threw my clothes into the dryer with a brand new inkpen, and didnt know. Its a brand new washer and dryer so i'm pretty upset. The pen exploded and basica...
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- My husband has done this to 2 brand new dryers. I never did get the ink out but it didn't seem to bother the clothes after the heat baked it on the dryer. Wet an old...
- Hairspray removes ballpoint ink like a charm!
- I am not sure about the dryer but I know if you get ink on your clothes rubbing alcholol will remove it. Worth a try.
