Carving pumpkins has been elevated to an art form for many at this time of year.
Here’s a helpful tip to preserve your work of art if you decide to tackle the challenge this year:
After you scoop out and carve your pumpkin, dip it in a large container of bleach and water (use a 1 teaspoon to 1 gallon of water) and let it soak for 5 to 10 minutes after you carve it.
Here’s a helpful tip to preserve your work of art if you decide to tackle the challenge this year:
After you scoop out and carve your pumpkin, dip it in a large container of bleach and water (use a 1 teaspoon to 1 gallon of water) and let it soak for 5 to 10 minutes after you carve it.
The bleach will kill bacteria and help your jack-o-lantern stay fresh longer. Remove it from the tub and dry it completely by draining it upside down and patting it with paper towels.
Once it’s completely dry, add 2 tablespoons of vinegar and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to a quart of water. Brush the vinegar and lemon solution onto your pumpkin to keep it looking fresh for weeks.
- Wishing everyone a safe, happy and BOO-tiful Halloween!
The newest member of our field team, Jack O Lantern would like you to remember these helpful safety tips to reduce the risk of accidents, fire and prepare if a fire were to ignite:
- Use glow sticks or battery-operated flameless candles inside jack-o-lanterns instead of candles.
- But, if you do decide to use candles, keep them as well as matches and lighters out of the reach of children. And, don’t leave them unattended.
- If you use candles in your indoor decorations, remember to keep them away from curtains and other items that could catch on fire.
- And, make sure you have a fire extinguisher handy!
- Remove tripping hazards from lawns, steps and porches so trick-or-treaters have free access.
- If you need help cleaning up after life’s little mistakes call us
- Make sure you check your extension cords and power strips for overheating to avoid electrical fires.
- If your property is damaged by fire, it’s important to call PuroClean Emergency Recovery Services immediately. The faster the response, the greater the chance of saving property and possessions!
- PuroClean Emergency Recovery Services even cleans bat guano!
And, in case you were wondering . . .
Got guano?
Got guano?
No trick! PuroClean Emergency Recovery Services will clean up the mess if you get bats in your belfry this Halloween!
To all of our friends: Here’s hoping you have a safe, happy and Boo-tiful Halloween!
