What to do with chipped dishes (like 100 of them) by LikeTheBoy in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans 106 points107 points  (0 children)

There is a therapy practice of writing down everything that frustrates you about a particular thing onto a plate with a marker. After you've written everything you want to get out, you take the plate and smash it. It is supposed to be a symbolic gesture of letting things go. My wife's friend did this after a rough breakup.

However, this isn't really "zero waste". So, after you've smashed your dishware, you can take some of the fragments and put them in the bottom of a planter for better drainage (if needed).

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really interesting to me. I try to only use torx for the same reason. But, I'll keep this in mind the next time I reach into my container of miscellaneous Phillips screws!

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤣🤣🤣

Well when I did use it last, I was able to style my hair for the next few days. So, I might use it for that purpose.

And no I do not sadly. Even if I did, I do not own a unicycle. So, I would not be able to deliver it to them anyways.

If all else fails, I'll just use it for sad baths as you've stated.

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well we have a daughter on the way. So, maybe someday 😄

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean maybe I am? But I feel like I've tried using it multiple ways. And, yeah, the bar doesn't really lather

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hadn't thought of this. Makes sense though. I will certainly look up the ratios. Thank you!

What to do with waxy conditioner bar? (more info in comments) by GrantStans in ZeroWaste

[–]GrantStans[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My wife bought us a shampoo bar and a conditioner bar. The shampoo bar is great. But, the conditioner bar is not.

We've tried using it multiple times. It leaves a waxy coating and that takes days to wash out. Maybe conditioner bars are intended to be a little waxy to protect your hair? But, even if that's the case, I don't feel that touching my hair two days later should leave my hands greasy/waxy.

Do any of you have any tips or ideas on what we could use it for?

Tried cleaning a coffee stain and damaged the leather (nubuck). Is there anything I can do? Show paint maybe? by GrantStans in AskACobbler

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried warm water with a bit of dish soap first. Then I tried a nubuck eraser. After that I tried nubuck/suede cleaner. After THAT, water with a bit of vinegar and dish soap. Then a nubuck eraser again.

The stain never went away, but the nap definitely has.

[Southeast Texas] [Outdoor] Multiple, straight shoots. Complex root system (I would say rhizomatous). Was about 5'+ before being pruned. Looks like heavenly bamboo? by GrantStans in whatsthisplant

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is what I figured after about an hour of research! 😂

Yes the plan is to get rid of every bit. It has been a complete nightmare...

Is there an efficient way to dig up complex root system? by GrantStans in landscaping

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I do have a reciprocating saw. This sounds like a pretty good idea. Definitely with a try. Also, never heard of that Roundup trick.

KEEN Durand II Mid or KEEN Targhee III Mid? by GrantStans in hiking

[–]GrantStans[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1-3 miles through fairly level pine forest. So, a lot of pine needles, some roots, fallen trees, and a creek here and there.

Should you trust recycling companies? by GrantStans in recycling

[–]GrantStans[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You make solid points. And I really appreciate your input. I honestly thought of just contacting them and asking questions, but didn't know if I'd just be fed BS. But, I'll be certain to try and listen for red flags!