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• 05Feb

  The Easiest Way to Clean An Oven

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  No matter how much care you take of your oven, you are going to have spills. It happens when you least expect it. Your pie filling spilled over the crust, or your deep dish casserole leaked. Spills are inevitable in the kitchen. No body wants to spend hours of back breaking work trying to keep that oven spotless. This is especially the case when it means breathing in chemicals. The smell of most cleaners is enough to knock you out. Your whole home will smell like a chemical plant before you know it.

  What if you could clean your oven with out all the smells? You can make a homemade oven cleaner that has none of the smells of the harsh commercial cleaners. All you need is a few ingredients, and you have a cleaner that is sure to take the toughest of spill right off your oven.

  Here is the list of ingredients for your new oven cleaner:

  5 cups of warm or hot water
  2 t. of liquid dish soap
  1 T of lemon juice
  2 t. of bleach

  Mix all ingredients in a small bucket, and let it set on the spills for one hour. Wipe clean with a sponge or brush. You should rinse it with water when finished.

• 04Feb

  Spring Cleaning - It’s That Time of the Year Again

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  It is that time of year when spring is slowly approaching. This means that it is time for spring cleaning. The great thing about this time of year is that you can get rid of old things have been cluttering your house for years. Spring gives everyone the opportunity to clean those storage closets, bedrooms, clothes closets, and garages.

  Cleaning out your home can be a difficult task. It is hard to know where to start and what to keep or toss. Here are a few tips that should help no matter what room you are going to be cleaning.

  • If the last time you saw it was a year ago, either toss it or donate it.
  • If you do not have all the parts, and have no idea where the other ones are get rid of it. It is unlikely that you will find them.
  • If you have toys from when your children were young, donate them to someone who will use them.
  • If you have stacks of bills or personal information from more than seven years ago, shred them.

  The main thing to remember is that you are doing this so that you can remove some of the clutter from your home. You do not just want to rearrange it.

• 03Feb

  Tips For Streak Free Windows

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  Are you tired of cleaning your windows with cleaners that leave streaks everywhere? I know that many cleaners claim to leave your windows looking sparkling and streak free, but these cleaners do not always work. You can scrub all you want, and you still have residue and dirt build up all over your windows.

  An environmentally friendly option for streak free windows, and not to mention a very inexpensive way is to use vinegar. Vinegar has natural acids that eat away at the grime and dirt that can build up on windows over time. If you add a little liquid dish soap to the mixture, it will also take off any extra residue left by other cleaners.

  Fill a spray bottle with three cups of water, half a cup of vinegar, and about a teaspoon of dish soap. This is the mixture that seems to work best. Using all three ingredients will give you the best results. If you have already cleaned your windows with soap and water, you can simply fill the spray bottle with the water and vinegar. You will still want to label the bottle and keep out of reach of children.

• 30Jan

  Carpet Cleaning Tips

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  Cleaning the carpets can be one of the most annoying tasks.  Sometimes, vacuums just don’t get everything up, but using a broom doesn’t work, either.  Even without stains or spills, it’s possible for your carpets to start looking worn and ragged.  However, if you follow these cleaning tips, you can keep your carpets looking great for years.

  First, one of the main things that make carpets look dirty is, well, dirt.  If you vacuum your carpets once a week or more, you’ll pick up almost all of this loose dirt.  This sort of regular cleaning is good for just about everything in your home, but it’s especially good for your carpet.  By picking up as much dirt as possible, you’ll avoid having it ground into your carpet by frequent walking.

  When you move your furniture, do you notice that you can see exactly where every leg of every chair and sofa was?  These imprints will fade over time and shouldn’t really be a concert.  What should be concerning, though, is just how clean the carpet under your furniture is.  Compare it to the carpet you normally walk on.  See a huge different?  If you do, try rearranging your furniture every year or so.  This will shift the areas you walk on and make certain parts of your carpet don’t wear out prematurely.

  Finally, just because your carpets look clean, don’t assume they are.  Often, carpets collect dirt and dust down inside them.  To remove this hidden dirt, have your carpets professionally cleaned annually.  This can greatly increase the life of your carpets and keep them looking great.

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• 25Jan

  Quick Tips on Cleaning up for your Pets

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  Having pets is a big responsibility, and it involves more than just feeding them and playing with them.  However, some pet owners forget to take care of some of their pets’ bedding and eating area.

  If you have a pet bed or a special blanket that your cat or dog likes to sleep on, you need to wash it on a regular basis.  This serves two purposes.  First, it keeps the bed clean and helps control fleas and other pests.  Second, it removes pet dander and fur, which can help you breath better.  Most pet beds can be put in washing machines.  First, take the bedding outside and shake as much dirt and such off of it as possible.  Second, put it in the washer and run it through by itself.  You may want to even run it through the rinse cycle a couple of times.  Then put it in the dryer to dry.

  Pet food and water bowls also need to be cleaned regularly.  If you notice hard water building up on your water bowl, use warmed vinegar to remove the deposits.  Be sure to rinse the bowl very well after you do this.  For food bowls, use a standard kitchen scrubbing brush to remove any build-up.  Again, make certain to rinse off the bowl and dry it well.

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• 16Jan

  Cleaning Tips – Cleaning Your Kitchen

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  Cleaning the kitchen is one of the most important tasks around your home.  After all, you prepare all of your meals there, and you don’t want to end up using dirty dishes or having a dirty worktop.  Here are a few tips for cleaning the kitchen that may make the whole process much easier.

  If you’re allergic to harsh chemicals, there are some other ways of disinfecting your counters and your sink that won’t leave you short of breath.  One of these is to use baking soda and vinegar.  Baking soda can be used to remove many different stains on your sink or counters.  Vinegar is a natural cleaning agent, and by mixing it with water and pouring the mixture into a squirt bottle, you have an all-natural disinfectant that also removed odours.  Besides being chemical-free, these two cleaning items are fairly cheap.  Lemon juice can also be used to clean hard water deposits and stains from your sink.

  When sweeping, don’t forget to sweep under your fridge and the front of your oven and dishwasher.  Often, dust and other items collect under these appliances.  It’s difficult to get a mop under these appliances, so sweeping often is the only way to clean in these areas.

  Don’t let your dirty dishes stack up in the sink.  This can cause your sink to get stained by food scraps.  Be careful when pouring coffee, tea, or soft drinks down your sink.  Coffee especially can stain the sink if it’s allowed to sit in it for several hours.

  If you have a rubbish disposal appliance attached in your kitchen, to clean it put a lemon or lime down it to remove the odours.  Then drop some ice cubes down the disposal to sharpen the blades.

  Finally, to deal with those difficult microwave stains, first microwave a coffee cup half-filled with water for about two minutes.  The steam from the water will help loosen up any baked-in splatters.

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• 09Jan

  Preparing to Hire a Cleaning Service

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  When it comes to hiring a cleaning service, there are several things you should decide before you hire anyone.  Making these lists will help you know exactly what you want out of a cleaning service so you don’t waste time or money.
  
  First, what do you want cleaned?  Which rooms do you want the cleaning service to take care of?  Make a list of rooms you want cleaned and a list of any specific places or pieces of furniture that you want special attention paid to.  Do you want the shelves dusted, the carpets vacuumed, or the tile floors mopped?  What about things like handling laundry, making the beds, and doing the dishes?

  Second, prepare a budget.  How much are you willing to pay for each room and task?  Once you’ve got a list of rooms, tasks, and prices, you can start pricing and comparing cleaning services.

  Third, once you have quotes from several cleaning services, you need to prioritise your tasks.  If you want to have your floors mopped, you may have to give up having your dishes done.  Decide what is the most important to you and what you can afford.  You may find a cleaning service that offers everything you want for an affordable price, but chances are you won’t.

  Fourth, look for references for your shortlisted cleaning services.  Ask the services for professional references (they should be prepared to give them) and check internet sites for recommendations.  Only hire those services that have good references and seem professional.

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• 05Jan

  Cleaning Tips at Home – Dealing with Candle Wax

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  We all know that a candle-lit dinner can be incredibly romantic, and relaxing in the bath with candles lit all around is very nice, but what happens if those candles get a little too runny?  You end up with candle wax all over your table, floor, or shelf.  While you can scrape it off with a blade, you run the risk of scratching the surface you’re trying to clean.  Instead, there’s a secret trick to easily removing candle wax.

  First, get a paper bag.  Any type will do—you can even substitute heavy paper (card stock or heavy construction paper) or a thin piece of cardboard.

  Second, get out your iron and set it to a low heat setting.  Don’t set it too high—you don’t want to heat the paper or cardboard to the point where it bursts into flame!

  Place the paper sack or cardboard over the dry candle wax and apply the iron.  Continually move the iron around in circles so that one spot doesn’t get too hot.  After a minute or so, lift the iron and the sack/cardboard.  You should see the surface of the cardboard is now covered with candle wax.  Basically, the heat from the iron makes the wax melt again, and it sticks to the cardboard or paper bag.  It may take several minutes, but you will eventually take up all the wax.  If there’s a lot of wax, you may need to use several bags or pieces of cardboard since less wax will stick to it as it becomes more covered.

  There you have it—a sure fire way to remove candle wax from any surface!

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• 31Dec

  Things to Check When Hiring a Cleaning Service

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  Whenever you select a cleaning service, there are a few things you should check before you actually hire them.  These factors can be very important later on, especially if you and the cleaning service have a disagreement.

  First, make certain the service has insurance.  If one of the cleaning staff is injured while cleaning your home or office, you do not want to end up responsible for the medical bills.  In fact, there’s a chance your personal or company insurance policy may not cover these types of injuries, leaving you or your company fully responsible for any medical costs!

  Second, you should only hire a cleaning service that takes responsibility for theft.  If any of the cleaning staff steals from you or your business, you need to make certain that the cleaning service will replace whatever was stolen and will prosecute the thief.

  Third, ask for references.  When calling these references, ask questions such as the length of time they have used the service, if they’ve ever made a complaint against the service, and if they would provide that particular cleaning service.

  Fourth, ask about the hiring process of the service, especially if your office has expensive equipment or has confidential information that cleaners may have access to.  Ask if employees are subject to a criminal background check and ask for a list of qualifications that each employee must meet.

  Finally, know what you’ll be expected to provide.  Some cleaning services ask that those who hire them provide all the necessary equipment and cleaning supplies, including rubbish bags, vacuum cleaners, brooms, and cleaning chemicals.  Others may bring some items but need you to provide others.  Knowing exactly what you are responsible for will prevent misunderstandings later.

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• 19Dec

  Cleaning Tips - Deciding on Your Cleaning Priorities

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  Around the holidays, you have a lot of stress—you have to decide what to buy for everyone on your list, actually purchase those gifts, deal with crowded shopping centres and, if you’re hosting the holiday meal, cook and clean.  There’s so much to be done, especially if you’re doing it all on your own.  Most often, the thing that doesn’t get accomplished is the cleaning.  If you have to drop something off your to-do list, here are some ideas for prioritising the cleaning.

  First, clean the main areas people will be in.  This is usually your living room, dining room, kitchen, and main bathroom.  If no one will be in your bedroom or spare room, you may get by without cleaning them.  Just shut the doors to those rooms.  If you have time, of course, you should at least give them a quick pick-up.

  In the main rooms, focus on very noticeable things.  Vacuum, sweep, and get rid of any cobwebs around the ceiling.  If your bookshelves aren’t very dusty or aren’t noticeably dusty, save them until last just in case you don’t have time to get them done.  Straighten up anything on your coffee table or tossed around the living room, too.  It’s a quick process that usually takes less than ten minutes, but it can really help make the room look nice.

  Also spend some time on your main bathroom.  Nothing will make people think your home is icky than to have a dirty bathroom.  In fact, you may spend more time cleaning the bathroom than any other room since you may want to mop it, clean the toilet, and clean the sink.

  The dining room, likewise, needs a good cleaning.  Make sure the floor looks nice and that the chairs are animal-hair free if you have any pets.  Finally, there’s the kitchen.  Here, you can cheat a bit as well.  If you’ve been cooking all day, it’s expected that your kitchen will have a few dirty dishes in it.  However, you may want to do a little cleaning just for your own sake.  After a big holiday meal, you’re going to have a lot of dishes to do.  Having the dirty dishes from the past two days piled up in addition to the holiday dishes will really give you a lot to deal with.

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