"Yes, charcoal seems a fine idea - I remember reading that many Japanese families used charcoal pellets and briquettes throughout their homes to neutralize the stench caused by the most recent tsunami.
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Serious Stinky Situation
Started this discussion. Last reply by Melodie Kenniebrew Apr 16. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone. I've researched on here a bit but the responses don't really apply to my situation.I purchased a few vanity items ie: silver brush and mirror set, another silver plated mirror, 2 other…Continue
I wish I knew what this thing could be.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Grandmom's Pennies Mar 31. 5 Replies 1 Like
Here you go. What is it? It is brass (I think), open holes on both ends and has 3 coins hanging from it on chains. The coins look foreign. Almost reminds me of a windchime of sorts. It is 3 inches…Continue
Etching help!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Grandmom's Pennies Feb 24. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone! I hope you all are having a great day so far!I bought this from a guy when I first started doing the vintage etsy thing. I have really no idea what to call this. He mentioned etching…Continue
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Another Time Antiques replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"I've done this with purses too!! ;) It really works well."
Luv2LuvAntiques replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"That's so funny...I have a vintage suitcase that smells a bit stale, so I'll try the kitty litter. Take care, Diane :O)"
Grandmom's Pennies replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"I'll be trying this weekend all of the suggestions and will let you know if it works ! Thanks everyone for all of the input ;0) You all are a great wealth of knowledge and I am glad to have found you!"
ElsiesAttic ~ CEO replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"saw this on Pinterest
http://www.theartofdoingstuff.com/how-to-get-rid-of-that-musty-old-people-smell/"
Carmel Collectibles replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"My boss at the store would use charcoal briquettes to remove odors in small areas in the store. It works I have put items in a box with one and it has worked for glass that still smelled after cleaning. It worked. I also put…"
Graceful Antiques replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"I would use the plain kitty litter as there are fancy ones now."
RC Antiques replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"WWOWOWOWOWOW, this is good to know.
Who would ever think of kitty litter to remove a smoke smell..that is wowowowowow
2 thumbs up to all of you"
Grandmom's Pennies replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion I wish I knew what this thing could be."So for anyone still interested in this... I took it to a friend and antique dealer. He seems to think that it hung off of a lamp or lantern in a mosque. He says it is definitely brass and it is definitely a tughra depicted on the coin and…"
Grandmom's Pennies replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"Thanks! Good to know. I can probably wash the mirrors but I'm afraid of getting water in behind them. But otherwise I will definitely try the kitty litter. One of the mirrors even smells like smoke and something else…"
PenniLea's Vintage Places replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"So, the kitty litter doesn't exactly have to touch the item?
:) Penni"
Another Time Antiques replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion Serious Stinky Situation"Lea - I'd snuggle the brushes bristle down into the litter and leave for a day or two. I have even done purses in kitty litter - works well!
Can you wash the brushes? I generally do. Even spritzing the bristles with a…"
Grandmom's Pennies posted a discussionSerious Stinky Situation
Hi Everyone. I've researched on here a bit but the responses don't really apply to my situation.I purchased a few vanity items ie: silver brush and mirror set, another silver plated mirror, 2 other brass brushes, one that has a brocade material on it.My situation.... they all smell horrible of old stale cigarette smoke.I polished up the silver mirror. That seems to have taken the smell away but not on the brush. The other stuff I haven't cleaned yet.I found some useful info on her like kitty…See More
Metro Retro Vintage replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion I wish I knew what this thing could be."Excellent -- it sounds like you're on the right path. I'll hunt around and see if I can locate anything similar.
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Grandmom's Pennies replied to Grandmom's Pennies's discussion I wish I knew what this thing could be."And that top coin is definitely Tughra."
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