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Mixing around the house

3 combinations under around the house.

Combination Verdict Why
One battery brand and a different brand or age Do not No — mixing brands, ages or chemistries in one device causes leaks.
Vinegar and marble or limestone Do not No. Acid etches calcium carbonate permanently.
Bleach and laundry detergent Do not Usually safe but wasteful — and unsafe if the detergent contains ammonia.

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