Posted on February 10, 2013 at 2:00 pm
Adequate disinfection is crucial in healthcare settings.
Disinfectants are designed to kill as many varieties of microbial life as possible, but using them is not only an issue of sprinkling them on and looking forward to all of the germs to die. Many factors can reduce their effectiveness, most of that are in the control of the man using them. Traditional ways of cleaning, which include scrubbing and using hot water, are still relevant in spite of high tech disinfectants.
Dirt buildup
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The traditional concept of cleaning remains valid for disinfection.
Areas which might be covered with numerous dirt, akin to floors or showers, need scrubbing before the disinfectant can act at the germs present. For the reason that the dirt binds with the disinfectant, rendering it ineffective. In hospital settings, blood and other body fluids can act in the same manner.
Duration and concentration
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Patience is vital with disinfectants.
Disinfectant must be given time to sit down and act, because whether it is washed away the chemicals wouldn’t have had time to kill as many germs as they can. Using the precise concentration, as detailed at the instructions, can also be essential for efficacy. Often, one minute is enough for the greatest result.
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Posted on February 8, 2013 at 2:00 pm
Ballerinas often dye their satin shoes to compare their costumes.
Sometimes it usually is hard to search out the precise colour of trainers. Perhaps you’ve gotten favourite a dress and need shoes to check, or you’ve seen a couple of designer shoes you simply can’t afford. A reasonable, fairly simple solution is to dye your shoes. Most man-made or natural fabrics is additionally dyed, including satin. Some thing you should keep in mind with fabric dye is that it may run if it comes into contact with moisture.
Skill level: Moderately Easy
Things you need
- Pot
- Vinegar
- Fabric dye
- Fabric samples
- White tissue paper
- Masking tape
- Wide painting brush
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Check whether your satin shoes are silk or polyester. In the event that they are silk, use a natural fibre dye. For polyester, use an artificial dye.
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Posted on February 6, 2013 at 2:00 pm
Repaint your old peeling microwave
The paint inside an old microwave or one which gets used an awful lot may eventually start to peel. Rather then replace the microwave, you may opt to repaint the interior. However, slapping a coat of any old paint over the peeling paint is not going to work. The paint will peel again, quickly. Instead, you’ll have to carefully remove the peeling paint then paint the outside with a unique form of microwave safe paint.
Skill level: Moderate
Things you need
- Microwave
- Sponge soaked in soapy water
- Drying cloth
- Putty knife
- Fine-grit sandpaper
- Rust prevention spray
- Masking tape
- Dust sheet
- Microwave cavity paint
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Get the within of the microwave ready for repainting. Unplug the microwave. Use a sponge soaked in soapy water to take away dirt and grease. Use a dishtowel or a clean dry rag to wipe the within dry.
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Scrape off the peeling paint using a putty knife. With an outstanding-grit sandpaper, smooth any rough sections and take away any rust. Wipe and dry the sanded parts and spray them with a rust prevention spray.
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Posted on February 2, 2013 at 5:54 pm
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Posted on February 2, 2013 at 2:00 pm
Butternut squash has a creamy skin and orange flesh when ripe.
Butternut is a sweet and strong winter squash that ripens in warm autumn weather, very like a pumpkin. Although the species is native to Mexico, the Hunter variety was bred to deal with the UK’s wet and windy climate. Tested by the Royal Horticultral Society, many gardeners now recommend the Hunter for home growers. Yet unpredictable weather and a humid climate can still sometimes leave you with small and under ripe produce. As supermarkets often buy large quantities of fruit and vegetables that ripen during transit, you may additionally find that you’ve got accidentally bought a not quite perfect squash within the supermarket.
Skill level: Easy
Things you need
- Sharp knife or secateurs
- Unripe butternut squash
- Soft cloth
- Windowsill that gets some sunlight
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Cut the butternut squash clean off the vine, not less than more than one centimeters up the stalk. Use really sharp secateurs or a knife, being careful to not damage the surface of the squash otherwise you won’t be able to maintain it long.
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Clean any garden debris off the squash by dusting it with a soft, dry cloth. Washing it at this stage will just make it damp and run the danger of it going mouldy before it’s ripe.
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