(NAPSA)-When repainting your home, brush up on these tips: Use a cleaning solution to remove dirt on siding. Scrub well and rinse thoroughly. Be sure to paint in the shade on a bright day. Otherwise, the paint will dry too fast and blister. Brush first, then roll. Paint the trim last. For more tips, visit www.certapro.com.
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Talking to children about potty training and using toys and props can make them feel more at ease. The new Little Mommy Real Loving Baby Gotta Go doll, for example, was especially created to make potty training fun and engaging for both parents and children.
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An online store has been created to help people find those medicines or personal care products that have been in the family for generations, and are the "only thing that works" or may not be carried by the large pharmacies or their neighborhood store. Call 888-796-4832 toll-free or go online to www.hardtofindbrands.com for product information or to order.
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A simple way to express your culinary self is to create a signature compound butter with spices or other ingredients. This can be used as your secret ingredient in finishing sauces, or on vegetables or breads. For more tips, visit www.plugra.com.
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A new combination vaccine by GlaxoSmithKline, Kinrix, can help protect 4-to-6-year-olds against four serious diseases in one shot. This could mean one less shot for your child. To learn more, visit www.kinrix.com.
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Experts, including the EPA, have found that carpet actually traps airborne allergens that can easily be vacuumed out. According to IICRC Technical Advisor Jeff Bishop, this underscores the importance of regular and proper maintenance. To learn more, visit www.CertifiedCleaners.org.
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Vacationers looking to take a break from the slumping dollar have started visiting the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Just a 30-minute flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico and St. Thomas, the BVI accepts the U.S. dollar. Call (800) 835-8530 or visit www.bvitourism.com.
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When school uniforms are worn on field trips, anyone separated from the group is easier to spot. There's a large selection of Izod school uniforms at JCPenney in both regular and special sizes, available in many stores and online, 24-7, at www.jcpenney.com.