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Rubbing alcohol can make a surprisingly effective stain remover. Simply mix one part rubbing alcohol with two parts water. You can use this mixture in a spray bottle, or poured on a rag or towel to spot clean stained fabrics. Rubbing alcohol can be used to treat grass stains before the wash cycle. Apply the rubbing alcohol mixture to a stain, rubbing the fabric thoroughly. Let it sit for ten minutes, then wash the clothing article as you normally would. Because of its antiseptic properties, rubbing alcohol is often used to clean high-germ areas like bathrooms. Apply rubbing alcohol to a paper towel and rub bathroom fixtures like faucets, sinks, and toilets to quickly clean and disinfect these surfaces. In addition to its other cleaning applications, rubbing alcohol can be used to make an effective window cleaner. Just mix one pint of rubbing alcohol with two tablespoons of ammonia and two tablespoons of dish soap. Mix the formula thoroughly, then apply to windows using a spray bottle or sponge.

summary: Remove stains with rubbing alcohol. Clean your bathroom with rubbing alcohol. Make a window cleaner with rubbing alcohol.


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The natural oils on your skin can corrode the exterior of your guitar strings. You may even notice the strings losing color and developing bits of rust. To combat this, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before playing to extend the life of your strings and keep them grime-free. Avoid applying perfumes or lotions to your hands before playing, as they are not suited for guitar strings and their ingredients may cause damage. When first learning to play the guitar, it's natural to press on the strings firmly as you gauge proper finger position. Once you have a better command of playing, though, you can actually use much less pressure to achieve your desired notes. Doing this will help minimize excessive pressure of your metal frets against the strings, which can cause physical wear to their exteriors and shorten their longevity. When you push a string tightly over the fret board so the pitch goes up—a technique often used in rock and blues music—it strains the string. While this effect can sound desirable, doing this excessively can damage the string's internal structure, causing it to wear out more quickly. Nylon strings have a higher tolerance for string bends than metal strings, which tend to have more trouble snapping back into their original shape. If you play your guitar with your fingers rather than a pick, your nails are one of the items that most frequently touch and manipulate your strings. Uneven or jagged nails can actually cause abrasions to your strings' exteriors, which shortens their playable life. A smooth, rounded nail shape is preferable to a square shape for guitar playing. What's most important, though, is filing them smoothly, so no rough edges can scratch your strings. While some tinkering is necessary to properly tune your guitar, most amateur guitar players manipulate string tension far more than is necessary. If your guitar is in tune, try not to mess around tightening and loosening the strings just for fun.  Excessive slackening and tightening wears down the interior structure of the strings, causing their integrity to break down over time. Avoiding this will help increase string life. Try to stick with one method of tuning to preserve your strings. That way you're not manipulating them excessively by switching between methods—for example, between standard tuning and drop-D tuning.

summary: Wash your hands before playing. Ease up on pressure. Minimize string bends. File your fingernails smooth. Don't tighten and loosen strings excessively.


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Memorial gifts can be customized for the specific dog that died. These special gifts can help your friend remember their beloved pet. Choose a gift that can be displayed in the house. Some good gifts include:  A framed picture of their dog A plaster bone or paw with their dog’s name A photo album of pictures A memorial video Many websites allow you to create an online memorial for lost pets. You can post photos, stories, and videos of the dog. You might put together the memorial to present to your friend at the funeral, or you can sit down with your friend to help them make their own. Some sites that offer pet memorials include:  Blue Cross UK Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement Critters Online You can donate money to an animal welfare charity or local animal shelter in memory of the lost dog. After giving money in the dog’s name, you can give your friend a card or letter from the charity. Some charities you might consider include:  ASPCA Animal Welfare League Best Friends
summary: Give them a personalized gift. Create an online memorial. Donate money to a dog charity in their memory.