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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:16 PM
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    Hi,
    I just found an old cabinet that sits on the floor. It has two flaps that lift up on each side that would allow me to store some kind of crafty project in process in it. But it smells like the last owner stored cigars in it. Any ideas on how to clear the smell out? It's mahogany and has a little piece of wood missing on a leg but is just darling. Would want to use it, though.
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:17 PM
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    I put a Bounce dryer sheet in my case that came with my FW. Did the trick.
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:26 PM
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    fresh air & sunshine might help. I had a couple of things that smelled like smok.e I sat it outside a couple days in the sun, did help...........Michele
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:29 PM
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    Eternity for Women......... :mrgreen:

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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:40 PM
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    Baking soda works like a charm!
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:42 PM
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    Plain ole charcoal you can get at the pet store. Place in old glass dishand set i nside for a few days to a few weeks.
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:53 PM
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    Originally Posted by Lostn51
    Eternity for Women......... :mrgreen:

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    Oh my.......:)
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    Old 07-28-2010, 01:55 PM
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    Originally Posted by Lori L
    Originally Posted by Lostn51
    Eternity for Women......... :mrgreen:

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    Oh my.......:)
    LOL Yep something about that scent drives me crazy, that and a little black dress and you can take me for everything I own!!

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    Look out Billy all of us will show up wearing Eternity and little black dresses just to get some of your machines!!
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    Originally Posted by Up North
    Look out Billy all of us will show up wearing Eternity and little black dresses just to get some of your machines!!
    :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

    Did I mention the Hot Tub and Long Island Teas.........
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