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Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser

Posted By: Anonymous

Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 02:11 PM

I went to start cleaning my cage this morning and noticed that I was out of disposable sponges (you know, the ones that come pre-soaped for one time usage...). Anyways, while I was looking for a sponge, I found a package of Magic Erasers, so I decided to try those. OH MY GOD! They are awesome! With just a little bit of water, every thing just scrubbed off. My cage is big, it's 2 cages in one and has an over all size of 3 x 3 x 6 (soon to be 1.5 x 3 x 6, it's just too big right now...). I use a steam cleaner once a week and break it down once a month to scrub it. I thought that my cage was pretty clean. I was wrong. The water coming off of the cage when I was scrubbing it with the magic eraser was just nasty and you could see a huge difference on the cage itself. It went from being a kind of off white color to a blue-white color. I'm going to start using it ever week when I clean cages...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 02:43 PM

Oh i know, they are like...the best invention EVER, lol. I clean by profession and they are a godsend!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 02:50 PM

They are cheep too! I got them to clean my shower because it gets kind of licky after cleaning cages. It never occured to me to use them for my cage until today... I can be so blonde sometimes.
Posted By: BMXgirl

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 03:57 PM

Oh Leyna! I am SO glad to hear someone talk about these Magic Sponges! Oh you dont even know!
I have been looking for one/a package of them for a few weeks now... apparently my local grocery stores are out of them for now. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/ohwell.gif" alt="" />
Ive heard very good things about them though and have been dying to try one... matter of fact, when asked what I wanted for Christmas... I said "Magic Sponges please". <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shakehead.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/roflmao.gif" alt="" /> (leave it to me to ask for cleaning sponges for Christmas - didnt get any though, I dont think my family took me seriously...LOL).
I wanted them to do household cleaning, I never even thought about how well they might work on cages!
(Off topic a little... Im assuming they work really well on other surfaces? Have you had any problem with them scrubbing paint off walls or anything like that?)

Im glad you posted this!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 04:09 PM

I've used them on my cages, my shower, and my counters so far, that's all. They aren't really abrasive, so I don't think they would harm paint. They do make your hands feel all funky after a while because you can feel the little crumblies on your skin...
Posted By: JadeRose

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 04:17 PM

Another great use for them...GREAT at getting the BML off walls that the little ones manage to get out of the glider kitchen.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 05:35 PM

YES!! They work on walls and don't take the paint off. I have used them all over my house. Thanks for the tip on the cage. I'll try that next. Right after I try the wall BML!!
Diane
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 06:04 PM

Last summer when I painted my living room floor, I used these sponges to clean the "splatter" from the walls and baseboards (I have YET to figure out how hubby got paint spatter 5 feet ABOVE the floor!). They took the extra paint right off the walls and baseboard but it did not remove the original painted surface (I hope that makes sense).

I love these things!!! Now I'll have to try them on the cage.... what a wonderful invention!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 06:35 PM

Druin,
Was the paint still wet when you wiped it off the walls? Otherwise I don't understand how it could take off unwanted paint but not harm painted walls <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 06:38 PM

I use them to clean my white shoes & to clean all parts of my refrigerator, they are a Godsend! I never thought of using them on cages though! I'll have to try that!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 06:56 PM

PeeperKepper,

Nope! I had painted over a weekend and it wasnt until the next weekend that I cleaned. I don't know why it worked but it did!!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 06:59 PM

Different kinds of paint maybe? If so, then it may be that it's safe for some paints and not others?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 07:10 PM

Faierie,

No, they were both latex paints.... hmmm, this is bugging me now <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 07:14 PM

They are the best. I LOVE them. Go to this site and you can get a free sample sent to you. [:"blue"]http://www.homemadesimple.com/mrclean/products/duo.shtml [/] <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumb.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 07:17 PM

check out that same site I just posted, they have info on how they work <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
http://www.homemadesimple.com/mrclean/products/duo.shtml
Posted By: remo

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/29/04 07:39 PM

Thanks for letting us know about this. I just signed up my mom and I to get a free sample. I can't wait to try it.
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Thanks again,
Dorothy <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dance.gif" alt="" />, Bandit <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/littleglider.gif" alt="" />, and Gypsy <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/littleglider.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/30/04 12:25 AM

They are awesome, my mom uses them to clean everything but I never thought of using them on the cages, that's a great idea!!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/30/04 12:30 AM

Those erasers are awesome. It cleans crayons off the walls, finger prints, food splaters and so much more. I never gave it a thought though to try it on the cage. I will have to try that out.
Posted By: hipbchik

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/30/04 01:52 AM

You can get them at Home Depot too...on the cleaning aisle!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/30/04 02:37 PM

Be careful with the magic eraser! There are some pretty harsh chemicals in them! When you use them, be sure to get ALL the left over residue off by wiping AGAIN with a clean rag and HOT water!

My son recently dyed his hair black and the dye stained his face. NOTHING would take the stain off.........so we tried the magic eraser.BAD IDEA. With just a wipe or two, it started to sting the skin on his neck and cheek and left a NASTY rash for a week! I don't know how toxic these things are..........just be careful to rinse thoroughly! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 12/31/04 08:15 AM

I could have sworn it said non-toxic on the box... Are you sure you're talking about the same thing? I used my bare hands and I have very sensitive skin. I didn't have any reaction what so ever... Also, it doesn't drain off any chemicals. No fizzing, bubbling, foam, etc.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 06:30 PM

I'm really not sure what's in them. They seem to be mild enough for hands and they do clean things VERY well....I really DO swear by them and their cleaning power. I was just saying be careful because of what they did to my sons skin.......I can't explain it but it really was a nasty rash! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 06:56 PM

After I read this post I got really excited to use my Magic Eraser sponges on the cage. I bought them to use on the seat of my car where dye from my jeans rubbed off and stained it. Well, I wasn't that thrilled with how it worked on the cage. Yes, it got food and other 'stuff' off pretty easily but I guess I just prefer the old fashioned way <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nixweiss.gif" alt="" />. It did work wonders on my wall, though! I used it then scrubbed it down with my "solution", and then rinsed. It took me longer than usual, but I was definitely pleased by how it removed everything and scrubbing wasn't so much scrubbing as wiping down everything.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 07:33 PM

SherryZ... it may not have been the magic eraser that caused the skin reaction in your son. The following link is an article on PPD, also known as black henna (NOT to be confused with natural plant henna!). This stuff is also found in some hair dyes and has been known to be lethal. If the hair dye colored your son's skin, it probably had PPD in it. Before I actually post the url for the webpage, be forewarned that the images of allergic reaction are very graphic, so if you have a weak stomach, please don't visit this site. http://www.hennapage.com/henna/ppd/index.html
Just be happy that the only reaction your son had was a rash.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 07:41 PM

SouthernBell, it may have something to do with the cage matterial too. I have vinal coated wireshelving cages... It worked great on them, much better than anything else I've used so far and I didn't have to worry about the magic erraser damagine the vimal coating.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 08:36 PM

Hmmm, good point. This particular cage is powder coated. My other cage is PVC coated, so I'll try it on that one when I get back to school <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/01/05 09:57 PM

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SherryZ... it may not have been the magic eraser that caused the skin reaction in your son. The following link is an article on PPD, also known as black henna (NOT to be confused with natural plant henna!). This stuff is also found in some hair dyes and has been known to be lethal. If the hair dye colored your son's skin, it probably had PPD in it. Before I actually post the url for the webpage, be forewarned that the images of allergic reaction are very graphic, so if you have a weak stomach, please don't visit this site. http://www.hennapage.com/henna/ppd/index.html
Just be happy that the only reaction your son had was a rash.

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You may be right, God only knows what brand of cheap $2.99 dye he used! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/03/05 04:38 AM

I guess my question would be is it safe for the babies,They do spend alot of time grooming and licking the wire. Is it non toxic. Yes it may clean well but what about what the babies are putting in there bodies? Just a question, never used the stuff but always looking for things to make my life easier.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/03/05 12:14 PM

I need to buy some more so I can have a box to post pictures of for you all... I rinse my cage down to prevent any injestion of chemicals/cleaning products.

"They do spend alot of time grooming and licking the wire."

Um... That's not what I would consider a normal behavior. What is your cage made out of? Also, what diet do you feed. A lot of times when animals are missing thing nutritional, they get odd cravings. Also, some metals have a taste that appeals to animals. Most expossed metals aren't recommended for glider cages.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/03/05 03:07 PM

I did not mean they were licking the cage. I meant licking and grooming themselves and there fur and paws are touching the wire, therefore they are ingesting what is on the cage.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/10/05 06:58 PM

I would never use cleaning products in my gliders cages! Even if it does say 'non-toxic' on the package, there are obviously chemicals in the sponges or they wouldn't clean the way they do. I spray the cage down with just plain water, let it sit for about 5-10 minutes and wipe it clean. Mind you, my cage is made out of plexiglass, not wire. I found with the wire cages, the urine always got outside the cage. They love the plexiglass cage! Here's a picture of it. My husband made it for them. The drawer on the bottom slides out and makes it very easy to clean. My little guys love the plastic leaves I've got on the top of the cage. They get new toys & brightly colored things in their cage all the time...

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Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/10/05 07:13 PM

Did you forget to attach a pic??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/10/05 07:18 PM

oops, yes... you're too quick!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/10/05 11:43 PM

That cage is very pretty. Whats the deal ont he bottom? A little travel cage or something?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Mr. Clean's Magic Eraser - 01/11/05 04:01 AM

Thanx! The little cage on the bottom is just to hold toys that clip onto wire cages, and their water bottle clips onto it. They run around it, climb all over it, in and out, it's cute. I haven't been able to find a good way to hang the water bottle in the plexiglass cage. The suction cup holders don't work, this does, for now anyways.
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