 Have you noticed how your monitors, laptop screens, and television screens attract dust? Because they are electrically charged, dusting them is a constant chore. You can change that by dusting them with a used dryer softener sheet. Softener sheets are designed to reduce static cling, which removes dust and can help keep it from resettling for several days or more. The added bonus- they also remove fingerprints and smudges from glass surfaces!
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 Keep them dry by using a damp cloth to blot up spills as soon as they happen. For tough spots, such as oil, paint, markers, lipstick, ink or tar, use acetone/nail polish remover on a clean white cloth. Do not use steam cleaners or wet mops, they can cause irreparable damage. The best method is to first use a microfiber mop to dry mop dust, dirt, and pet hair. Rinse the mop head in the sink and then damp mop the areas you just cleaned. Microfiber mops are light weight and swivel to easily get under chairs and tables.
 Start by squeezing or pouring drain cleaner (I prefer gel) onto the stain to cover it completely, letting it sit for a few minutes to help it sink it. Wearing gloves, scrub the stained area with a stiff nylon brush until lifted. Do not use a metal brush as it can damage your concrete. Using paper towels, mop up the cleaner so that there is little to none remaining, and properly dispose of the toweling. Carefully hose down the area thoroughly with plenty of water, ensuring you dilute any remaining cleaner as much as possible so it doesn’t harm your pets or the environment.
 You will need hydrogen peroxide (3% solution), distilled white vinegar (5% acetic acid), two spray nozzles – one for the vinegar and one for the hydrogen peroxide, and one spray bottle – for the vinegar. You might want to consider wearing a mask if you are sensitive to mold.
Begin cleaning the surface of large debris by washing it down with soap and water. Dry with a clean cloth. Fill the empty spray bottle with undiluted distilled white vinegar and screw a spray nozzle onto the brown bottle of hydrogen peroxide, keeping it in its original bottle and to protect it from light. IMPORTANT: Do not mix the two liquids in one bottle or on the surface – they form peracetic acid which is unstable when in this form! Start with either the vinegar or the hydrogen peroxide; the order doesn’t matter. After cleaning the surface, mist the surface with the contents of one bottle, let it sit for at least 5 minutes, wipe with a clean cloth, then repeat with the second bottle.  There are many uses for these handy sponges. My favorites are: cleaning white boards, erasing the marks on the side of your tennis shoe soles, cleaning mirrors and windows, making the inside of your microwave shine, removing scum from your shower and tub, removing marker and crayon from your walls and furniture, removing rust spots, cleaning the stove and hood, and removing stubborn coffee stains from your coffee cups. You can purchase sponges on line in bulk, made by many different manufacturers, by searching for magic sponge erasers.
 Stubborn tea and coffee stains will instantly disappear by spraying the affected area with WD-40, wait a few seconds and wipe with a clean cloth. Be sure to follow up by wiping the counter top with a damp cloth.
 You will need a vacuum with a crevice tool, 1 cup of distilled white vinegar in a spray bottle, baking soda, an old toothbrush, and paper toweling.
Pour one cup of vinegar into a spray bottle, setting the nozzle to mist. Vacuum the track to remove as much loose debris as possible. Lightly sprinkle the baking soda along your window tracks. Mist the baking soda with vinegar to dampen the track. It should start to fizz. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes. Take the toothbrush to loosen dirt in the tracks, moving it to the center. Use paper towel to pick up the gunk and wipe the track clean. Repeat these steps if necessary, until the track is clean.  Cleaning removes germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces or objects. Cleaning works by using soap (or detergent) and water to physically remove germs from surfaces. This process does not necessarily kill germs, but by removing them, it lowers their numbers and the risk of spreading infection.
Disinfecting kills germs on surfaces or objects. Disinfecting works by using chemicals to kill germs on surfaces or objects. This process does not necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove germs, but by killing germs on a surface after cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection. Sanitizing lowers the number of germs on surfaces or objects to a safe level, as judged by public health standards or requirements. This process works by either cleaning or disinfecting surfaces or objects to lower the risk of spreading infection.  Take control of your health in the workplace by using hand sanitizer or washing your hands after contacting the top 6 breeding grounds for germs, virus, flu and bacteria. It is also a good idea to occasionally use sanitizer wipes to clean these items.
1. The Desk 2. The Fridge 3. The Keyboard and Mouse 4. The Phone 5. Door Handles 6. The Copier  To keep the toilet tank and bowl clean and rust free, pour 1 cup of vinegar into the tank. Let sit for 15 minutes and flush, allowing the vinegar-infused water to also sit for 15 minutes in the bowl. Flush once more for a cleaner tank.
 Note: If the filter has a cardboard frame it shouldn't be washed and should only be replaced. Furnace filters not only screen out unwanted pollens and debris from your heating furnace and air conditioning systems, but they also increase the system’s productivity. By replacing disposables and cleaning reusable ones often, air stays clean and healthy from allergens and other forms of bacteria that can be harmful to your lungs. To keep your furnace working as efficiently as possible, follow these simple steps. Turn off the power to the furnace. You will need a screwdriver and a hose for washing outside or a utility sink to wash indoors. Locate the filter, it may be behind a door and you may need to unscrew a panel to get to it. Remove the old dirty filter by simply sliding it out of the housing. Wash the filter with a hose or in the utility sink until the water going through the filter comes out clear. Once the filter has dried completely, slide it back into the furnace. Reclose the filter door if there was one, turn the furnace back on, and breathe easy. Filters are rated from 1 to 20 on the industry standard Merv scale. The higher the number the higher the quality.
 By using an ordinary coffee filter, you can make your windows, wine glasses, mirrors, or any other glass surfaces sparkle better than you can when using a cloth or paper towel. Cloth and paper towels leave lint streaks on the glass. Coffee filters will absorb leftover moisture. This means that nothing will be left over except the beautiful shine that you always wanted. Cheers!
 Facts about the flu. The flu virus can survive up to 72 hours on surfaces like doorknobs and desks. I use bleach products because they kill 99.9% of the flu viruses. Bleach mixtures an wipes are both convenient forms to sanitize with. Adults can spread the flu up to a day before developing symptoms and 3 to 7 days after symptoms start. Children can pass the virus even longer.
 It may be time to clean your ice maker if your ice is cloudy, clumps, or smells and tastes funny. Remove the ice bin and dump the ice out. Prior to sanitizing the maker and the bin, you need to clean them first. Most units have a movable bar that can be raised that will stop ice from being made, if your maker does not have this just unplug the fridge for the short time it takes to clean it. Make a soapy water mixture in the sink to wash the ice bin and to wipe down the exterior of the ice maker inside the freezer. If there is heavy grime or scaly deposits inside the ice mold, make a mixture of vinegar, (half vinegar, half water) to wipe down the ice bucket and the ice maker. You may need to use a toothbrush to reach inside the ice mold to remove the scaly water deposits. If you haven't cleaned the ice maker in a while (or ever), you may want to disinfect it with some diluted bleach; 1 tablespoon bleach to one gallon of water. It’s important to re-wipe the bleached areas with a wet cloth so that your fresh ice does not smell and taste of bleach. Make sure everything inside of the freezer that you washed, and the bucket, are completely dry. Moisture could freeze and crack the bin or moving parts. Plug your fridge back in and enjoy the fresh tasting, clear ice that it will now make.
 Ceiling fans build up dust over time, which causes a mess in your home and office. First, turn off your fan and slide a clean pillowcase over one entire fan blade (from the tip to the inside of the blade.) As you pull the pillowcase off the blade, the inside of the pillow case will catch any debris as it falls. Do this for each blade. Next I wipe each blade using a dryer sheet to help keep dust from settling back on the blades so fast.
 Fill a microwave-safe mug or bowl with water and microwave for 2-3 minutes, so it gets nice and steamy in the oven. This will soften the residue, making the wipe-down easier. Don't forget to look at the ceiling inside the oven; it is often overlooked and can be just as dirty as the walls. Using a soft clean cloth, wipe all surfaces until clean.
 Start with an empty dishwasher. Place a dishwasher-safe container full of white vinegar on the top rack. Run a cycle with hot water through the machine. This will eliminate odors and clean your machine.
 The most bacteria-covered spots in your home and office are the ones you use most often; door handles and light switches. Both of these allow easy transmission of cold, flu, virus, E-coli, salmonella, and staph. The average person's hands carry 3,000 different germs and stay on surfaces for weeks. Use Clorox Disinfecting Wipes to eliminate un-wanted germs, bacteria, viruses, staph, E-Coli, salmonella and strep. I use these weekly during flu season.
 To quickly clean a smelly disposal, drop lemon or orange peels down the drain. Run the disposal for 15 seconds with water flowing at half pressure and turn off. Add 1 cup of ice cubes in the disposal and turn on again briefly; this will sharpen your blades. Next, put the stopper in and fill you sink 1/4 full. Pull out the stopper; this will release a fresh scent and flush out the disposal.
 Coca-Cola® isn’t just a great beverage, its mild acidity makes it useful for commode cleaning purposes. If you have lime scale and you’re tired of paying high prices for cleaning products, try this trick. COKE® costs less than 50 cents per liter and is nontoxic. One can of COKE® contains 12 ounces and works great as a cleaner due to the carbonic and phosphoric acid it contains. Simply pour over the lime scale, let set for 10 minutes, and you’ll easily scrub it all away!
 Bagless vacuums are great, but most people only empty the canister and often forget to clean the filters. Plugged filters lead to an overworked motor and sooner than later the motor burns out. Take the vacuum out to the shop or garage, pull out and empty the receptacle, and then remove the filter. To clean the filter, use your shop vacuum’s nozzle to remove all the dust and debris, being careful not to tear the filter. You should see a significant difference in pick up power.
 Keeping shower doors clean and streak free is a challenge-- unless you know the pros’ secrets. Clean any mold, mildew or streaks from the glass with a cleaner. For textured glass use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Carefully scrape tough buildup with a razor blade. Dry the doors with a lint-free cloth; applying Rain-x will help to keep everything spotless.
 Put a dab of toothpaste on a damp microfiber cloth. rub like crazy! Works great.
 I like to use Pour-N-Restore, the oil stain remover that starts out as a liquid and dries into a powder! It's easy to apply; simply pour on the stain, and once it's dry just sweep it up. It works great.
 I pay extra attention to bathrooms and always remember to look up to check out fans, vents, etc. Looking up, you will more than likely see dust. Make the cleaning easy using a blast of canned air. You will find that some brands have "straw" attachments to reach small crevices. This also works great on return air vents too! |
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