How do you use Lemi Shine? How do you use this stuff? Do you mix it in with your normal detergent? Is it safe for all types of dishes, pots, and silverware?
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I put it in the cup with the cover and then throw my cascade packet in the second cup. It has made such a significant difference in the appearance of my dishes, I can't get over it. I LOVE IT!!! just not Amazon's prices
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When I notice that my dishwasher isn't cleaning as well as I would like, I fill up both soap compartments with Lemishine and run my dishwasher empty. This works really well to give the machine a good cleaning. Thereafter, I fill the main soap compartment with half Lemishine and half Cascade, filling the secondary compartment with all Cascade. I do this for every wash.
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Put it in the second cup in your dishwasher along with the detergent. It is basically citric acid.
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Do not dilute it. Put it, as is, in a spray bottle and mist it on your ceramic tile, stone, or laminate floor. Then mop it with a microfiber mop. Let dry. It cleans and shines. By the way, Bona(a Swedish company) also makes the mops to go with this product.
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I have been using this product for years and do apply it to silver jewelry. It works well. It is a paste, so you will need to rinse it off carefully when you are done to remove all of the residue which dries to a light powder if not completely rinsed. I highly recommend it!
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This product is safe for using on dinner ware. I bought one and am very happy with it. It depends on the stain or how worn out your gold ware is but it gives pretty good result on most of the small scratches. I used this product on my gold rings and bracelets and worked fine. I also gold plated my silver ring and came out like an expensive gold ring(you might need to coat and polish a few times to get a good result) ! As soon as I finish my bottle I'm sure I'll order more.
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I use BKF (powder form) solely on my Cuisinart stainless steel cookware and in cleaning my stainless steel sink. For more delicate surfaces, go with the liquid form.
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I would try MAAS. It removes stains and polishes without any damage. I have tried other suggested products and concoctions and this is the only one that I feel safe using on my precious metals. It is amazing!
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I don't own a dishwasher. As a water softener?, I cant answer that. Google this question to see a dishwasher detergent recipe that some people are using. Sorry I wasn't much help.
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With dishes in it. TSP is the active ingredient in earlier detergents, which was later prohibited by politicians for environmental reasons. (This is why your dishes don't get as clean as they used to anymore.) It keeps the dishwasher clean as well, of course.Some people say using "too much" TSP can destroy your dishwasher. I haven't had this problem, but this might be due to the water in my part of the country, the quality of the dishwasher, or pretty much anything. Try using a tablespoon or so to begin with (I've seen elsewhere that people recommend this), and then experiment with it. If you don't notice a difference, use more; if your dishes get too clean or you are not sure about side effects, use less. With dishes in it. TSP is the active ingredient in earlier detergents, which was later prohibited by politicians for environmental reasons. (This is why your dishes don't get as clean as they used to anymore.) It keeps the dishwasher clean as well, of course.Some people say using "too much" TSP can destroy your dishwasher. I haven't had this problem, but this might be due to the water in my part of the country, the quality of the dishwasher, or pretty much anything. Try using a tablespoon or so to begin with (I've seen elsewhere that people recommend this), and then... » Read More With dishes in it. TSP is the active ingredient in earlier detergents, which was later prohibited by politicians for environmental reasons. (This is why your dishes don't get as clean as they used to anymore.) It keeps the dishwasher clean as well, of course.Some people say using "too much" TSP can destroy your dishwasher. I haven't had this problem, but this might be due to the water in my part of the country, the quality of the dishwasher, or pretty much anything. Try using a tablespoon or so to begin with (I've seen elsewhere that people recommend this), and then experiment with it. If you don't notice a difference, use more; if your dishes get too clean or you are not sure about side effects, use less. « Show Less
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We've been using it verses the Lemi Shine brand and it does exactly the same, its environmentally safe and natural and a big savings cost wise as well. Im very happy with the product and purchase. We add aprox. 1/4 cup or roughly 2-3 tablespoons, but we have very hard water.
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I believe the best way to use this is to add it to your favorite body, face wash, or something like Dr. Bronner's (or Dr. Wood's) castille soap. I would suggest putting it in a container that you can get your fingers in to swirl it around if it separates. I put some of the crystals in a plastic tub with a screw cap, fill it about 75% full, then add the liquid wash and stir. I keep the consistency pretty thick.
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Yes, I use ordinary liquid dish detergent in mine all the time. A couple of times I found that it had all came out overnight or whenever as reported by others BUT I discovered that the dispenser spout was obscured by caked on soap. As soon as I cleaned it off, it worked like new. I am very happy with it
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This product is a powder. We put in both detergent dispensers (one open, one closed), shut the door and let it run. We have never had a problem (it always melts) and the dishes continue to sparkle! Great product for us with our hard water.
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Karen, Its basic ingredient is citric acid hemihydrate. I have a chemist friend who ran some tests. His results can be found here. (Lemi Shine will never tell...) http://www.chemistry-blog.com/2012/05/18/whats-in-lemi-shine/
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Absolutely! I clean mine every few weeks. They sell a spray cleaner but it really doesn't work well. A cosmetologist showed me how to clean. Make sure all powder is out then fill the space where you would put the powder with warm water and a few drops of Dawn dishwashing liquid. swirl the brush on your palm to clean. Rinse by running water through and repeat the process several times until brush is completely clean. shake out excess moisture then let air dry over night before refilling with powder. I have found it best to only partially refill so I can clean in between as it tkes a long time to use the entire refill. Works like a charm. Brush will be like new. Absolutely! I clean mine every few weeks. They sell a spray cleaner but it really doesn't work well. A cosmetologist showed me how to clean. Make sure all powder is out then fill the space where you would put the powder with warm water and a few drops of Dawn dishwashing liquid. swirl the brush on your palm to clean. Rinse by running water through and repeat the process several times until brush is completely clean. shake out excess moisture then let air dry over night before refilling with powder. I have found it best to only partially refill so I can clean in between as it tkes a long... » Read More Absolutely! I clean mine every few weeks. They sell a spray cleaner but it really doesn't work well. A cosmetologist showed me how to clean. Make sure all powder is out then fill the space where you would put the powder with warm water and a few drops of Dawn dishwashing liquid. swirl the brush on your palm to clean. Rinse by running water through and repeat the process several times until brush is completely clean. shake out excess moisture then let air dry over night before refilling with powder. I have found it best to only partially refill so I can clean in between as it tkes a long time to use the entire refill. Works like a charm. Brush will be like new. « Show Less
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Besides putting it in the dishwasher, I'm puzzled about it still feeling greasy after washing. I am in total agreement, with the ones that recommended Dawn dish soap. It's really the best, for so many things. That and good hot water.
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I wipe it first with a paper towel and then wash it in Dawn and rinse in really hot water. Dawn is the best grease removing dish detergent I have found.
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I only use it for toast, baked potatoes and sautéing veggies. Is it good for my skin too? Recipe for soap anyone? Sounds like something I would try if I had a recipe.