Hints From Heloise

Wed., June 26, 1996

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: I lost my copy of the “recipe” for cleaning mirrors. It was a mixture of vinegar, water and alcohol. I can’t remember if it also contained ammonia.

I read your column every day. Please run it again. Thank you for your help. - Mrs. Elizabeth Gunning, Stevensville, Md.

We’d be most happy to reprint this cheap yet effective mirror cleaning formula. You will need:

2 ounces nonsudsing ammonia

2 ounces rubbing alcohol

a couple drops blue food coloring (optional)

12 ounces water

Just mix all together in a clean spray bottle labeled clearly. Naturally, keep it out of the reach of kids and pets.

Here’s to a shiny reflection. - Heloise

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