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Do you hit the ground scrubbing every time a glass of red wine or juice box topples over? Bet you didn't know that scrubbing actually untwists carpet fibres, causing the pile to become distorted, and once the damage is done, it’s permanent.
The best way to remove a stain is by first scraping up what you can with a spoon and then to blot the area with a clean white cloth or white paper towel (avoid styles with designs because they may bleed). Continue blotting until
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The heat of the sun actually causes your cleaning solution to dry and evaporate too quickly, leaving streaks on the glass.
Your best bet is to choose a cloudy day or work when the temperature is cooler. Apply any window cleaning solution you like - all contain agents that will help lift dirt off the window. Let the product sit for a minute, then use a microfibre cloth to work the solution around the window. Pull a squeegee once horizontally across the top, then verti
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With such a lot of emphasis on organic cleaning products, it seems like a no-brainer to go all-natural. But both lemon juice and vinegar are acidic which can damage natural surfaces such as marble, limestone, travertine and onyx. They will permanently dull the appearance of stone, which can be expensive to have refinished.
However, a vinegar solution (1 tbsp vinegar mixed with 1/2 litre water) is fine for removing soap scum and water scale off surfaces such as fibre
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The biggest risk here is using a tool that’s too abrasive for the job. For example, green-backed cleaning sponges are for heavy-duty cleaning jobs like the bottom of pots and pans or a grill grate. Using them on surfaces such as plastic, ceramic cook tops and laminate will scratch the surface. Read the product label to see what is safe before you start scrubbing away.
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All cleaning solutions are not created equal, and it pays to spend a little more time reading labels.
Certain areas of the house like the kitchen sink, countertops, bathtubs and door handles (if a family member is ill with a cold or flu), require a true disinfectant to kill germs. Read the label, and more importantly, follow the directions.
Most disinfectants need to remain wet on a surface for a specified amount of time. If you’re spraying it on the s
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Furniture polish and oils were used in the old days when furniture didn’t have a protective topcoat. However, they are an unnecessary step with today’s finishes.
If you have a piece you inherited, you may want to continue to use furniture wax or oil occasionally; however, stick with the same product to avoid build-up on the finish - using a variety of products with different base ingredients case can create a gummy residue due to chemical reactions.
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It’s tempting to oust stains and messes with a surplus of product - just in case, right? But companies want to sell products, so if they thought more would work better, they’d tell you that.
Using more is just wasting product and may eventually create a sticky buildup on whatever surface you’re cleaning.
The amount you should use will be indicated on the label - stick with the recommendation and save money by not using more than you really need. While
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