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Expert: - 1/5/2008


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How do you get the burn smell out of the microwave (popcorn)??

Answer
Hi Nancy;
The easiest way to do it is to, put a cup of vinegar in the mic and heat for 45 seconds. Let it sit in the microwave until it is cool. The steam will also coat the inside of the mic and then you can wipe it down with a paper towel. Remove the vinegar and wash the tray with the vinegar and wipe dry.
You should not have any more odor.
The vinegar takes care of it all and leaves your microwave spotless and clean.

You can also use baking soda and water to wash out the mic and this will do the trick too. You have to use water as hot as your hands will stand it, in order for it to be effective though.

A friend of mine heated 1/3 cup of lemon juice to a cup of water and she said that it worked great too!

I hope this helps you and happy cleaning,
Jan Hayner

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If you have questions regarding home organizing, house cleaning shortcuts, office organizing, files, record keeping, organizing your children, teaching your kids how to help you clean and making it fun, I will give you the advice of a Professional Organizer, mom of four and grandma of 8. Working Smarter-Not Harder is a phrase I live by; taking the stress out of life so you have time for the fun things is my goal!

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I have been a Professional Organizer for 9 years, the mom of 4 and grandma of 8,I do work for clients in the home and the work place, and am considered an expert in my field of Organization.

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Faithful Organizers, passed member of NAPO (National Association of Professional Organizers), WIM (Women in Management),

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I have had work published all over the internet and various webzines and Newsletters. I am also a columnist on Mature Resources.org. and an Expert on all experts.com under Self Improvement/SelfHelp/Organizing Your Home and Workspace.

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I have taken various /classes on organizing on the interent, been taught by the best (other collegues in the field), and when I need to learn something, I find an expert in the field and learn from them. I am a research fanatic and enjoy learning everything that I can on a subject.

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