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October 15, 2007
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In the grand scheme of the environment, used dryer sheets may not add up to much.

But, says Procter & Gamble, maker of Bounce, don't be so quick to toss them directly from the dryer into the trash. Used dryer sheets still have several uses:

1 Spruce up the bathroom. Use the dryer sheet to scrub soap scum off shower doors.

2 Stop the spills in flowerpots. Line the bottom of the pot with a few used sheets to keep soil from ...

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