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JOANNE LOOS
Do more with tThese quick tips
wipes, spray, or vinegar.
Quiet squeaky doors. Use WD-40 or petroleum jelly to lubri- cate the hinges. Move the door back and for th to work it in.
Get out the alco- hol. If you have a par- ticularly stubborn stain, use rubbing alcohol to get it out (unless it’s a ver y delicate fabric like silk or rayon). The alcohol can help to break down stains better than detergents and stain removers often can. If you don’t have rubbing alcohol, tr y something else with high alcohol content like hand sanitizer or even vodka.
Vacuum your cabi- nets before you wipe them down. After emp- tying your cabinets, use the brush attachment to pick up dust and debris before wiping them down.
Hose down your plastic blinds. Blinds are ver y simple to take
down and put back up again. Clean them off outside using the spray mechanism on the hose. Make sure to spray both sides thoroughly and let the blinds dr y in the sun before re-hanging.
Clean your ceiling fan with an old pil- lowcase. Slip the case over each blade individu- ally. The case will catch the dust and debris as you go.
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hey say that if you not necessarily warrant a really want to learn column on their own, they something, teach it. are still incredibly useful.
It is through this column that I feel I have learned the most about how to im- prove the home — wheth- er it is fixing a broken toilet or just making a cleaning process more efficient.
This column has intro- duced me to many people, through email or in person, who have shared count- less ideas with me. Some have asked questions that have inspired columns and others have shared tips and tricks of their own. While these quick tips do
Here are some of my favorites:
Use your dishwash- er. Even though the word “dish” is in the name, you don’t have to limit what you put in there. Add light fixture domes, sponges, dish brushes, durable vases and even bathroom accessories like toothbrush holders or soap dispensers. Make sure to turn on the dry- ing cycle to reduce the chance of water spots.
Add water. When wiping down your kitchen counter tops and table at the end of the night, wipe with a damp cloth or pa- per towel first. You’ll pick
up the debris and get a smooth surface before you disinfect. This will let you extend the life of whatever cleaning product you use, whether it is disinfecting
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