VINEGAR'S HOUSEHOLD USES

-- Deodorize kitchen drain: Pour a cup of distilled white vinegar down the drain once a week. Let stand 30 minutes, then flush with cold water.

-- Remove refrigerator smells: Place 1 cup apple cider vinegar in a glass in refrigerator.

-- Remove carpet stains: A mixture of 1 teaspoon of liquid detergent and 1 teaspoon of distilled white vinegar in a pint of lukewarm water removes non-oily stains. Apply with soft brush or towel, rub gently. Rinse with towel moistened with clean water and blot dry. Repeat until stain is gone. Dry quickly, using a fan or hair dryer.

-- Wash fruits and vegetables: Add 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar to 1 pint water. Rise off thoroughly.

-- Remove bathtub film: Wipe with distilled white vinegar and then with baking soda. Rinse clean with water.

-- Clean the microwave: Boil a solution of ¼ cup of distilled white vinegar and 1 cup of water in the microwave. Will loosen splattered-on food and deodorize.