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Oct/12

30

How to get rid of pet odors

Your beloved pet is a member of your family but let’s be honest having pets definitely increases the amount of housework you have to tackle. Also, pet odors can ruin an enjoyable visit by your friends or relatives to your house. If you want to try aerosol fresheners, don’t even think about that. Aerosol fresheners don’t eliminate odors; they simply mask the unpleasant odor.

There are certain aspects of life with pets that can be a challenge.Even if your pet is your best friend, you can’t deny that sometimes you’re puking cleaning after it. If your pet lives in your room, definitely place a litter box in your room. Don’t forget to replace the litter every so often. And don’t forget to give your pet the occasional bath before going to bed or just when it’s more scratchy or oily.

When you’re going to clean up after your pet, find the source of the smell andgather a few cleaning solutions. It’s recommended to clean the spot with vinegar and water (2:1 ratio) before you use anything on it. Other cleaning solutions may destroy the enzyme, so it’s better to clean it with a solution of vinegar and water several times, and only then use other cleaner. Your cleaner should knock the source of that nasty smell out and leave a fresh scent.

Prior to use any cleaner test it on an inconspicuous spot to make sure it does not convert your spot into the stain. Also be careful using ammonia and some other strong-smelling chemicals.

There is a plenty of widely available products that can eliminate the smell of pets and their waste. It would be wise to start with the small bottle to see which cleaning solution offers you the most improvement. Stubborn pet stains and odors will likely need a chemical attack. But be careful with chemical cleaning solutions. They work extremely well, even on old stains and odors, but they are not always safe for your health and health of your pets.

What works for you? Please share your ideas in the comments below …

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Many of us suffer from allergies, asthma. If you are among those you suffer from these diseases you definitelly should reduce synthetic chemicals in your home environment. You can prefer to use commercial non-toxic home cleaning products that are available at the stores or you can make your own cleaning solutions.

You will be amazed how inexpensive and easy-to-make are environmentally friendly homemade cleaning products. You will be able to use these products instead of commercial household products.

For your consideration is a list of environmentally safe products which can be used alone or in combination with other products.

Baking soda — great cleaning prodcuts that not only cleans and scours, but also deodorizes and softens water.

White vinegar – cuts grease, removes mildew, stains, odors, and wax build-up.

Lemon – one of the strongest food-acids that perfectly removes odors. This product is effective against most household bacteria.

Soap – unscented soap in powders, flakes, bars or liquid form is biodegradable product that will clean just about anything.

Borax – cleans, disinfects, deodorizes, softens water. With this product you can clean your wallpaper, painted walls and floors.

Cornstarch - can be used to polish furniture, clean windows, shampoo rugs and carpets.

Isopropyl Alcohol – is used to clean and disinfect.

For many home-cleaning chores, use your own cleaning products. Don’t use cleaning products that contain chemicals, choose healthier and environmentally responsible alternatives. If you want to minimize the use of toxic substances in your home, use mixtures of earth-friendly cleaning products listed above.

All-purpose cleaner: Mix 1/3 cup baking soda (or 2 teaspoons borax) and 1/2 cup vinegar into 1/2 gallon (2 liters) water. Use this mixture for removal of water deposit stains on shower stall panels, bathroom mirrors and fixtures, windows, etc.

Carpet stains: Mix equal parts of vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Spray the mixture directly on stain, let it sit for a while, and clean with a brush using warm soapy water.

Toilet bowl cleaner: Mix 1/4 cup baking soda and 1 cup vinegar, pour into basin and let it set for a few minutes. Then scrub with brush and rinse.

Laundry detergent: Mix 1/2 cup washing soda, 1 cup Fels Naptha soap (or Ivory soap), and 1/2 cup borax. Use 2 tbsp for heavy loads, 1 tbsp for light loads.

Keep all your home-made formulas out of the reach of children and well-labeled.

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Jul/12

9

Enjoy your clean home!

Whether you’ve wainting for friends to drop in, are moving out or just can’t take living in mess any more, it might be a good time to clean your place.

You may clean a little here and a little there, but it’s better to set up your own cleaning system and then follow it. You can write down a to-do list and then start your cleaning journey. Also, you may decide to set aside a full day to clean your apartment. Turn on your favourite music, ask your friend to help you in exchange for pizza and beer. Do whatever you need, just get ready to get clean.

You will need quality cleaning products to get the job done. Don’t foret that different surfaces require different cleaning solutions. That’s why you will need pretty large amount of them. Use a bottled cleaner and washable rag.

Don’t forget to prepare cleaning tools. Take dusting clothes, vacuum cleaner, toilet brush, broom, mops, sponges and rags, trash bags and rubber gloves.

First of all yo can do a preliminary walk-through, gather all the items and place them in the room where they do belong. This will make your room-by-room deep cleaning much easier. There is no doubt that cleaning your entire home at once will be overwhelming. That’s why take it one room at a time, and you’ll be done much sooner than you think.

First, tackle the smallest room in your home — your bathroom. Get rid of any trash or laundry. Wash lighting fixtures with water and an all-purpose cleaner. Scrub the shower, tub, sink and its fixtures. Dust or clean window coverings, shower curtain. Scrub the toilet with toilet cleaner and brush. Wash the mirror with a glass cleaner. Sweep and mop the floor. Wash bathroom rugs and empty the bathroom’s trash can.

We all know that the kitchen is no fun to clean. There area lot of items that should be cleaned perfectly. But don’t think about that amount of work. Just do it. Start with the dishes. Then get rid of any trash on the countertops or floor. Clean out the kitchen cabinets. Wash down the sink. Sweep and mop the floors. And don’t forget to clean your ven and fridge.

When you are going to clean your bedroom, start by making the bed. Pick-up everything that shouldn’t be on the floor or under your bed. Dust and clean your bedroom furniture. Vacuum or clean the floor.

When you move to cleaning your living room, first you need to do is to throw away any trash. Then take down any curtains for cleaning. If you have the blinds – dust them. After that clean and dust all the art and photos that adorn your living room. Dust the shelves. Vacuum the rugs and carpets. Enjoy your clean home!

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Jun/12

6

How to Clean Hardwood Flooring

After installing your hard wood floor don’t forget that you should take care of it. Floor mat is a great idea when it comes to hardwood floors. Dirt can damage your floor as tiny particles can scratch it. Place a floor mat at each entryway as dirt and grime will remain on the mat. Encourage your family to wipe their feet before entering the house. Also put a floor mat like near the kitchen sink where water could be spilled. In this way you will prevent possible water damage problems. But don’t forget to shake your mats out on a regular basis. Also use floor mats made especially for hardwood floors.

If you want your floor to maintain its original beauty, strive to keep it clean. First of all sweep your floor regularly. Buy a quality broom. Second, buy vacuum cleaner without a beater bar. This will help you clean hard to reach areas.

If you need to remove tough stains and spills buy professional cleaning products recommended by flooring retailer in order not to dull the finish of your wood floor. Use cleaning solutions that don’t leave a film or residue. Stay away from cleaners that contain ammonia or oil soaps. Try to clean the spills immediately and minimize water exposure as wood expands when it’s wet. So try to not wet mop your wood floor as this can cause your floor to crack.

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Jun/12

6

Red Wine Stain Removal Tips

We should face it that some stains are very hard to clean out. You can spend your efforts energy and time, but still don’t get any results.

Don’t worry even if you spill red wine on your carpet. With our hints you will easily and quickly get rid of all the stains. By using the proper stain removal method on your valuable carpeting you can remove most stains.

Of course, getting beverage stains out can be a daunting task. If you have to deal with the wine, beer or coffee stains, be aware that the best you can do is to clean them up before they have a chance to set. Use a proper cleaner to remove the stains. Blot the stain carefully, don’t rub it. If you find the stain dried on your valuable carpeting, follow the next steps. You should follow the correct procedure in order to remove red wine stains. Before treating the stained area always test the solution on an inconspicuous area to avoid further damage.

First of all pour hydrogen peroxide on the stain. Then, make a mixture of half water and half of a carpet cleaning shampoo and mist the stain. Blot dry with a clean cloth.

We hope our tips will help you combat with all the cleaning difficulties.

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Jun/12

4

How to clean a washing machine

Make your kitchen look stylish! Add elegance to your kitchen with the help of sparkling clean washing machine.

Years of constant use are noticeable. But still strive to maintain cleanliness of your machine. Ingrained look of your washing machine can be very hard to shift.

To bring your washing machine back to “clean life”, you will need to clean both the inside and outside. First of all pull your washing machine out if it’s hidden under a kitchen counter.

Before you start, collect all the following tools: several cloths, bowl of hot water, toothbrush, toothpick, washing up liquid, and some bactericidal products.

When cleaning the outside, concentrate on the buttons first. Use a toothpick to dig out the grot. Then take the toothbrush, apply some bactericidal cleaner and work around the buttons. Take a cloth with some bactericidal cleaner and wipe down the sides, the front and bottom of the machine. Use an old cloth to wipe down the back of the washing machine.

If the detergent tray is removable, take it out and soak it into hot water. Use the bactericidal cleaner to clean where the tray slides into the machine. Use a toothbrush for hard to reach areas. Clean the detergent tray regularly to prevent build up. Wipe down the door with your cleaner.

Now we are going to clean the insides of your machine. In order to disinfect the insides, pour a few caps of vinegar into the tray and allow the machine to complete the cycle or two. With all that done your kitchen now looks cleaner than before.

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May/12

28

Clean the bathroom properly

As you realize that a clean bathroom is very important for the health of your family, you should strive to keep it clean and sanitized.

Bathroom is one of the least fun places to clean. Sometimes people clean their bathrooms in such way that they just spread the germs and bacteria around and don’t clean the essential areas at all.

Things you will need to use during the cleaning: rubber gloves, hand towels, disinfectant cleaner, shower cleaner, window cleaner, broom, mop, toilet bowl brush. Of course, you may choose to use environmentally friendly cleaning products to clean your bathroom. Then, you will need vinegar, baking soda or lemon juice. It’s up to you to choose what cleaning solutions to use.

First of all, take everything off the bathroom and sweep. Be sure to sweep all corners of the bathroom, and don’t miss the area behind the toilet either. Then, take everything out of the shower and spray it down with the shower spray. Let it soak.

Now you’re going to clean your toilet. Put on the rubber gloves. Pour the toilet bowl cleaner around the rim of your toilet. Take the toilet bowl brush and scrub inside of the toilet. After using toilet bowl brush, rinse it under the hot water.

Take disinfectant and a rag and spray down the top of the toilet and the lid. Then, wipe down. Open the lid and spray down the rim of the toilet, all sides of the toilet and around the bottom. Then, wipe down. At the end, flush the toilet! Don’t forget to scrub or wipe down the inside and outside edges of the toilet seat.

Now it’s time to clean your mirror. Mirrors definitely add beauty to your bathroom, but they get dirty very quickly. When this happens your mirrors can be a real eye sore. To avoid this clean them regularly. Take the window cleaner and a rag and clean the mirror. Be careful: keep your commercial cleaning solution from getting to the bottom edge of the mirror as this can cause damage to the backing.

Now it’s time to clean the sink and counter. Take your disinfectant cleaner and spray down the counter and sink. Clean them using the rag. If you have soap scum stains in your sink fill the sink with bleach and hot water and let sit.

Then, wipe down the door handle. If you decide to deep-clean your bathroom, you should clean the windows and wash curtains as well.

Now take a new rag and wipe down the shower. Once your shower is cleaned, put everything back into place. And don’t forget to wipe down the shower walls when cleaning the bathroom. The last thing you need to do is to mop the floor. You can empty the trash can while waiting for the floor to dry. Once your floor is dry, put everything back into place. Now your bathroom is sparkly clean!

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May/12

28

Bathroom cleaning checklist

Bathroom may be one of the smallest rooms in your home, still it requires the highest level of attention. It’s very important to thoroughly clean and disinfect your bathroom on a regular basis to keep it sparkling clean. So roll up your sleeves, get out your cleaning products and tools and follow the next steps.

People think that toilet is the dirtiest fixture in the bathroom, but they are wrong. The bathroom sink actually has more bacteria and germs than the toilet! Use a scrubber and some all-purpose cleaner to scrub the sink. Get down to the very last detail. Wipe the sink with a damp cloth and cleaner. Rinse completely and repeat. Scrub the drain with a toothbrush. Don’t forget to scrub around the faucet and handles. Leave no spot uncleaned.

Shine the mirror. Use towels and glass cleaner to clean your mirror on a weekly basis.

Clean the tub and shower. Spray with cleaner and scrub the walls and the basin. Spray the entire area with plain water to rinse off the cleaner.

Now move on to the next bathroom fixture, toilet. Always wipe the toilet lid, seat and rim. Try to clean and sanitize your toilet bowl every week. Use anti-bacterial cleaner and bleach. Also, you may choose to clean your toilet using baking soda.

Clean the medicine cabinet. Empty the contents. Then mist the walls and the shelves with cleaner and wipe with a cloth. Scrub any dirty areas with a toothbrush.

Dust or vacuum the air vents.

Mop the floor. Using a sponge and cleaner diluted in water, start from the corner of the room and work toward the door.

Clean the wastebasket. Spray the wastebasket with all-purpose cleaner, and wipe it down.

If you decide to skip some steps, make sure your bathroom is clean indeed. Sometimes even the easiest cleaning procedures decide it all. In addition, not everyone has the same standards of cleanliness. So, it’s better to complete all the cleaning tasks and know that you have done everything possible to make your bathroom sparkle. And remember, the more you do during the week, the less you‘ll have to do on cleaning day.

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