Important: Safety Warning

This page directs the use of hazardous substances — such as benzine, gasoline, lye, or strong acids — for household tasks. These materials are highly flammable, corrosive, or poisonous, and the practices described have caused fires, burns, and poisonings.

In addition, this page describes additives or treatments for food or drink that are now known to be toxic and are prohibited in food today.

This information has been left in for historical purposes but should not be acted upon.