Dear Obby...

Layla · 02-04-2008, 08:10 AM

I've been very intrigued by your praise of Fels Naptha. I went on a hunt for it yesterday to no avail. I will kep searching, and I did pick up a box of Borax so that when I find it, I can try the detergent recipe you posted. Anyhow, on to my question:

What is the best way to clean shower doors? I've got a glass shower surround that I've tried many a cleaner on, none seem to work. What are your thoughts?

One other question I thought would be interesting; if you could only buy five products to be used for household cleaning for the rest of your life, what would they be? I'm guessing the Fels Naptha would be number 1

InfiniteNothing · 02-04-2008, 08:20 AM

If you are trying to get off soap scum / water spots I recommend an acid based cleaner like CLR or vinegar.

oblongmelon · 02-04-2008, 08:52 AM

For cleaning shower doors use FRESH LEMON juice and baking soda made into a paste...rub it in and work it in circles-then rinse..nice and shiny clean..dry with newspaper print (black and white) and then buff with a light coating of turtle wax.
If you can't find Fels Naptha, let me know, I get it here for 88 cents for a HUGE bar..I'd be happy to send it to you. MommyPooh can vouch for the fact that the stuff is GREAT. Not only for stains and laundry but for poison ivy, acne, rashes etc...works wonders
It's hard to pick 5 top products because there are so many different materials in homes these days..besides the Fels Naptha I guess I would chose clorox, turtle paste wax, Lavender Sachet fabric softener, and Mule Team Borax.

Layla · 02-04-2008, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by oblongmelon

For cleaning shower doors use FRESH LEMON juice and baking soda made into a paste...rub it in and work it in circles-then rinse..nice and shiny clean..dry with newspaper print (black and white) and then buff with a light coating of turtle wax.
If you can't find Fels Naptha, let me know, I get it here for 88 cents for a HUGE bar..I'd be happy to send it to you. MommyPooh can vouch for the fact that the stuff is GREAT. Not only for stains and laundry but for poison ivy, acne, rashes etc...works wonders
It's hard to pick 5 top products because there are so many different materials in homes these days..besides the Fels Naptha I guess I would chose clorox, turtle paste wax, Lavender Sachet fabric softener, and Mule Team Borax.

Thanks Obby!

I'm going to check my local hardware store for the Fels Naptha, that's what people 'round these parts are telling me is my best bet. If I can't get my hands on it, I'll let you know.

I'll be trying the lemon juice concoction tonight. That's exactly what I was looking for. I hate all of the store bought, spray bottle cleaners that cost tons of money and don't do the job!

oblongmelon · 02-04-2008, 12:41 PM

Fels Naptha is found in the laundry soap Isle..but it may just be around this area..let me know if you can't find it. I'd be happy to send it to you.

chrissy · 02-04-2008, 01:08 PM

I have found it here in the laundry soap isle too. Usually on the top shelf and the employees usually have no idea it's there.

Layla · 02-04-2008, 02:11 PM

Yeah, checked the Laundry Soap Isle at three different places. Then checked the Other cleaner isles, even the personal soap sections, since I read that the stock people don't usually know what it is and thinks it's regular bar soap. I'll stop tonight Obby, and if I don't find it, I'll let you know. Thanks.

RoniMan · 02-04-2008, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by oblongmelon

Not only for stains and laundry but for poison ivy, acne, rashes etc...works wonders

woah woah woah woah! acne?! tell me more!

Mommypooh · 02-04-2008, 04:18 PM

I found the Fels Naptha soap on the top shelf in the corner in the laundry aisle. It was usually pushed all the way back so I can't see it but I now know where it is so I can easily find it. It is a bar that is in a cream package with Green and Red Label.

I had to ask on several occasions for it before someone knew what I was talking about. I have also found it is out of stock a lot where I live. Oh and the store I find it at is Kroger. Meijer does not have it where I live.

02-04-2008, 08:10 AM	#1
Layla Lieutenant Junior Grade Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 97	Dear Obby... I've been very intrigued by your praise of Fels Naptha. I went on a hunt for it yesterday to no avail. I will kep searching, and I did pick up a box of Borax so that when I find it, I can try the detergent recipe you posted. Anyhow, on to my question: What is the best way to clean shower doors? I've got a glass shower surround that I've tried many a cleaner on, none seem to work. What are your thoughts? One other question I thought would be interesting; if you could only buy five products to be used for household cleaning for the rest of your life, what would they be? I'm guessing the Fels Naptha would be number 1 __________________ *2008 3-Day Walker!* *DC #45*

02-04-2008, 08:20 AM	#2
InfiniteNothing Chief of Naval Operations Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: San Diego Posts: 10,086	If you are trying to get off soap scum / water spots I recommend an acid based cleaner like CLR or vinegar. __________________ As for our common defense, we reject as false the choice between our safety and our ideals.

02-04-2008, 04:18 PM	#9
Mommypooh Commander Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 1,425	I found the Fels Naptha soap on the top shelf in the corner in the laundry aisle. It was usually pushed all the way back so I can't see it but I now know where it is so I can easily find it. It is a bar that is in a cream package with Green and Red Label. I had to ask on several occasions for it before someone knew what I was talking about. I have also found it is out of stock a lot where I live. Oh and the store I find it at is Kroger. Meijer does not have it where I live. __________________ Married to my High School sweetheart and Best Friend BigJon Mommy to Gabby (03/03), Cameron (01/05), and Magnus (09/07)

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02-04-2008, 08:52 AM	#3
oblongmelon Fleet Admiral Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: In a nutshell Posts: 9,678	For cleaning shower doors use FRESH LEMON juice and baking soda made into a paste...rub it in and work it in circles-then rinse..nice and shiny clean..dry with newspaper print (black and white) and then buff with a light coating of turtle wax. If you can't find Fels Naptha, let me know, I get it here for 88 cents for a HUGE bar..I'd be happy to send it to you. MommyPooh can vouch for the fact that the stuff is GREAT. Not only for stains and laundry but for poison ivy, acne, rashes etc...works wonders It's hard to pick 5 top products because there are so many different materials in homes these days..besides the Fels Naptha I guess I would chose clorox, turtle paste wax, Lavender Sachet fabric softener, and Mule Team Borax.

02-04-2008, 12:41 PM	#5
oblongmelon Fleet Admiral Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: In a nutshell Posts: 9,678	Fels Naptha is found in the laundry soap Isle..but it may just be around this area..let me know if you can't find it. I'd be happy to send it to you.

02-04-2008, 01:08 PM	#6
chrissy Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Location: OKC Posts: 5,046	I have found it here in the laundry soap isle too. Usually on the top shelf and the employees usually have no idea it's there.

02-04-2008, 02:11 PM	#7
Layla Lieutenant Junior Grade Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 97	Yeah, checked the Laundry Soap Isle at three different places. Then checked the Other cleaner isles, even the personal soap sections, since I read that the stock people don't usually know what it is and thinks it's regular bar soap. I'll stop tonight Obby, and if I don't find it, I'll let you know. Thanks.

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