Don't forget vinegar in your household-cleaning regime

October 27, 2008 By Kat Bergeron

What can tackle the germs and grease on your kitchen counters but also make your favorite pickles safe to eat? Vinegar.


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It's "regimen", not "regime." "Regime" is for governments, management, or other bodies that stay in power. "Regimen" is for routines.
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This is also good for carpet cleaning stains.

Here are some good household carpet cleaning products..

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