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Do Just One Thing for December 16, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | December 16th, 2018

If you create a fire in your fireplace during the winter months, you know it’s important not to burn things like pressure-treated wood, cardboard and plywood, since they can release a significant amount of toxins into the air when burned. But did you know that it’s also imperative to not burn driftwood? Even though it came from a tree and simply tumbled in the ocean, driftwood also acts like a sponge, absorbing chemicals in the oceans that -- you guessed it -- are released when burned.

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Do Just One Thing for December 15, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | December 15th, 2018

Microfiber cleaning towels have become popular as a cleaning tool because they grip dirt and bacteria, can be used on a variety of surfaces and are seemingly infinitely reusable. But new studies have shown that washing microfiber cloths in the washing machine leads to small strands of synthetic fibers washing down the drain and into our aquatic ecosystems. To avoid this (and disinfect microfiber towels), try microwaving them. Simply placing a damp cloth in the microwave on high for a minute will clean and disinfect it and won’t shed fibers into our waterways.

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Do Just One Thing for December 14, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | December 14th, 2018

Sure, it’s a superfood, but turmeric is also a super-stainer. If you get turmeric on fabric, don’t worry: You can get the deep orange color out. First, don’t try to rinse it out with hot water; this will only set the stain and make it nearly impossible to remove. Instead, mix a combination of equal parts dish soap and white vinegar and dilute it with water. Then dip a clean cloth into the solution and dab it onto the stain. Keep dabbing until the turmeric lifts up and is gone for good.

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