BATHROOM
- Rubbing alcohol can remove the dull haze from mirrors.
- Use rubbing alcohol to remove spots from bathroom fixtures.
- Glass shower doors will sparkle if cleaned with white vinegar.
- To clean the shower, use a solution of 1/2 cup vinegar, 1 cup ammonia, and 1/4 cup baking soda added to one gallon of warm water.
- Lemon furniture oil will remove water spots on metal frames.
- Rusty tile marks can be removed with kerosene.
- Running the shower on hot for 5 minutes will steam the dirt loose.
- Grout need cleaning? Wash with 2 tablespoons chlorine bleach in one quart of water. Dry thoroughly, then apply several coats of lemon oil. Let dry one hour between coats.
- Dull walls will shine when washed with vinegar and water and polished with a dry cloth .
- Lighter fluid will remove most stains from porcelain sinks and bathtubs.
KITCHEN
- Pour club soda on counter and clean with a soft cloth, rinse with water then wipe dry.
- Baking soda or club soda will clean and shine stainless steel sinks easily.
- Remove stubborn water spots from a stainless sink with a cloth dampened with rubbing alcohol.
- Spots on stainless steel also can be removed with vinegar.
- Rub stainless steel sinks with lighter fluid if rusty.
- For a sparkling white porcelain sink, place paper towels across the bottom of your sink and saturate with household bleach. Let sit for 8 hours and rinse. Never use bleach in colored sinks.
REFRIGERATOR
- An open box of baking soda will absorb odors for a month
- A few drops of vanilla extract on a piece of cotton placed in the refrigerator will eliminate odors.
- Wipe refrigerator with vinegar to prevent mildew.
- Use your vacuum on the front of the coils and motor to remove dust and dirt.
APPLIANCES
- Stop yellowing of white appliances. Mix 1/2 cup bleach, 1/4 cup baking soda and 4 cups of warm water. Apply with a sponge and let set for 10 minutes. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
- Wax large appliances with car wax to make them shine and to remove small scratches.
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