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Post by iguanamamma on Jun 9, 2008 12:22:30 GMT -5
I am cleaning two rooms that really haven't been touched since 1995. I managed to move a bookcase from one of those rooms yesterday. Mildew, mildew, mildew! ugh! Keep me in your thoughts!
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Post by metamorpha on Jun 9, 2008 12:33:10 GMT -5
(((IG))) I am SO PROUD of you for tackling those rooms!  It must have taken a lot of courage to even begin. I think you've given me the motivation I needed today. THANK YOU! |
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Post by puppybox on Jun 9, 2008 12:54:23 GMT -5
Way to GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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BE carefull, wear a mask or breathe through your shirt, make sure you have allergy medicine on hand as mildew causes breathing problems sometimes.
Its so hard to break through somehting that has been put off for a long time and you did it!
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Post by heylady1 on Jun 9, 2008 12:59:49 GMT -5
Yeah for you!!!  And yes, do be careful of mildew, the spores can float around and you end up breathing them in. Not only should you wear a mask but you can kill them off first by spraying bleach water (50/50) on it first and letting the mix do it's job. Of course you can only spray this on surfaces that will not be damaged by it!!! |
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Post by gottaproblem on Jun 9, 2008 13:05:34 GMT -5
iguanamamma: I also have a couple of those rooms. I have to first clean the hall that leads to them. You have inspired me to brave the hall and be prepared for mildew. I will remember the tips that others have given you. Congratulations on taking the plunge and do be careful of the mildew.  |
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Post by sunshineshouse on Jun 9, 2008 14:54:13 GMT -5
A big wooohoooo for you! Later this summer I am going to tackle the closet that hasn't been opened in 5 years. So I am going to follow where you lead!
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Post by iguanamamma on Jun 10, 2008 12:49:35 GMT -5
I put a fan in the window and spray lysol before I begin. So far I have filled two 30 gallon trashcans with junk. I thought that in the worst parts of the room the piles were three feet high. In excavating ( this is truly what I an doing) I discovered that some of the big piles were stuff stuck in laundry baskets years ago. That gave me some hope. Keep the good thoughts coming. I am making progress! Thanks.
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Post by Raspberry Jam on Jun 10, 2008 21:23:47 GMT -5
Fantastic effort Iguanamamma - you are going to feel so proud of yourself soon - and so you should.
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Post by onwardandupward on Jun 10, 2008 21:41:08 GMT -5
"Untouched since 1995" - hmm...that could have another meaning! No wait, there were those four months with Randy three years ago...
hehehe
Onward
(sorry, couldn't resist since my home isn't the only thing I have neglected)
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Post by hopefulnic on Jun 11, 2008 13:45:37 GMT -5
Iguanamamma,
Way To Go! I admit I have many boxes, baskets, piles in my home that have been untouched just as long. One room is so packed I can not even open the door all the way! I look forward to reading your progress reports along the way and getting inspired to take the plunge myself. Thank you for sharing with us!
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Post by creativechaos on Jun 11, 2008 20:31:04 GMT -5
Iguanamamma; May the Force Be With You! This is huge, you realize that right?! give yourself a big hug and happy dance and keep on working your way to freedom! you have given me courage to tackle my next baby step in the bigger and sometimes overwhelming picture.
(((((big hugs)))))
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