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Removing stickers from different surfaces can leave a gummy residue, but applying a bit of rubbing alcohol to a towel, dabbing it onto the sticker and allowing it to dry makes the sticker brittle and easier to remove. Peel off stickers from toys, dishes, pots and pans with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To remove wax from carpeting, cover the wax stain with a brown paper bag, apply a hot iron on top of the paper to soak up the wax and follow up with a spot remover to eliminate any discoloration. Soak up a stubborn wax stain from carpet with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Washing dirty windows can be done by putting some dish soap in a bucket, filling the bucket with water and sponging on the soapy mixture to the windows, scrubbing away any dirt or dust. Hose down freshly scrubbed windows with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To remove soap scum from tile, apply an all-purpose cleaner to the area, use an abrasive sponge and scrub the area with a circular motion to loosen the buildup. Leave the shower curtain or door open to help prevent soap scum formation with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To remove sticky residue from any surface, soak a towel in some rubbing alcohol, douse the sticky area with the alcohol, and allow it to dry before scratching off the residue with a fingernail. Eliminate unsightly sticky residue with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
When reusing bottles, wash out the interior thoroughly with anti-bacterial dish soap, allow the bottle to dry completely and refill it with liquid. Get more than one use out of plastic bottles with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To polish metal appliances or surfaces, use an all-purpose cleaner to remove dust and buildup, apply a bit of a high-quality metal polish to a micro-fiber cloth and buff the metal surface to produce a flawless sheen. Keep metal surfaces looking new with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To clean the bathtub, use an all-purpose cleaner and a bit of elbow grease to clean a smooth-surfaced tub, and use a grittier product and an abrasive sponge for a textured surface. Use green cleaning products in the bathroom that don't need to be rinsed off with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
When reusing plastic bottles, consider safety first, as they need to be washed thoroughly with anti-bacterial soap and dried completely before being used to prevent the growth of harmful molds. Recycle plastic bottles with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Washing ball caps can be done by running them through the dishwasher, making sure the dirty dishes are rinsed well beforehand and that the dish detergent does not contain any bleach. Clean a ball cap safely, while maintaining its shape, with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To shrink a preshrunk shirt, first soak the garment in boiling water, allow it to cool, place it in the washing machine on the hottest setting and run it through the dryer on the hottest setting. Help a preshrunk clothing item shrink even more with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
A laundry stain remover recipe consists of a half cup of hydrogen peroxide, a half cup of baking soda and a full cup of hot water, shaken together in a spray bottle. Allow the mixture to sit on stains overnight before washing with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Removing price tag stickers involves peeling off as much of the sticker as possible, letting the residue soak in rubbing alcohol and allowing it to dry completely before scraping off the excess residue. Completely remove price tag stickers with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Removing mildew odor requires eliminating the mildew at the source using an all-purpose cleaner and diluted bleach, but placing a bowl full of vinegar in the room overnight can help absorb the smell. Eliminate mildew from the home, getting a home inspection if they mildew is in the walls, with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Cleaning gold can be done by gently scrubbing its surface with a toothbrush and mild toothpaste or by soaking it in rubbing alcohol for only 10 minutes, allowing it to air dry completely. Maintain gold jewelry's luster with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
All anti-bacterial soaps kill bacteria well, because they all contain a bacteria-killing ingredient called triclosan, which kills both the good and the bad bacteria. Choose an anti-bacterial soap that smells nice with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Static cling is caused by the exchange of protons and neutrons that are charged, but running a wire hanger over freshly-dried clothing can discharge the particles and prevent static clean. Use dryer sheets and fabric softener to reduce the occurrence of static cling with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
The best way to clean vinyl blinds is to use a feather duster to remove minimal dust, run a damp rag over the surface of each blind or take the blinds down to hose them off outside for more stubborn buildup. Keep vinyl blinds clean on a regular basis with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Vacuum cleaner reviews can be found on the Internet, but considering what kind of floors are in the house, how dirty the house tends to get and whether vacuum bags are desired can help narrow down the choices. Choose a vacuum cleaner that best fits the needs of the house with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Removing odors from clothing can be done by putting the clothes in the washing machine, allowing the machine to fill up with water, adding about a cup of vinegar and letting the clothes soak for 10 minutes before running the load like usual. Eliminate strong odors from fabric with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
To wash towels, run them through the washing machine on a hot setting to kill bacteria, place them in the dryer and always use dryer sheets to prevent static cling. Clean towels regularly, making sure not to over stuff the machine tub, with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Removing fuel odors from clothing can be done by starting the washing machine, letting the tub fill up with water, adding a cup of vinegar to the load and letting it soak for 10 minutes before running the machine as usual. Eliminate strong odors from clothing with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Hot water will shrink clothes to some extent, depending on the materials they are made from, as wool, cashmere and other sensitive fabrics are much more susceptible to shrinkage. Pay attention to the types of materials when doing laundry with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Space saver bags can be purchased at many grocery stores, drug stores, "As Seen on TV" stores and online. Find space saver bags, which have a valve on the side to vacuum out the air, with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
In a vacuum cleaner, look for attributes that meet specific cleaning needs, such as a cleaner designed to pick up pet hair, a vacuum with disposable bags or one made to vacuum hard wood floors. Find a vacuum cleaner that meets the desired criteria with advice from a professional house cleaner in this free video on housekeeping.
Household germs are found in every nook and cranny of the home. Germs include microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, archaea and eukaryotes. Bacteria can be found in the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, garage and living spaces of the home. Fungi are prominent in the kitchen and bathroom areas of the home. Cleaning these areas is important for the health of both home and family. In this free video series on housekeeping, a professional house cleaner offers a few lessons in keeping the house clean from the baseboards to the ceiling. Get tips on eliminate soap scum from the bathroom, and find out how to maintain a clean bathroom for easier cleaning jobs. Find out how to do laundry properly, and even get a spot remover recipe made from common household ingredients.
Rachel Yatuzis Rachel Yatuzis is a professional house cleaner in Nashville, Tenn., who specializes in using everyday household items for cleaning purposes. In addition to her years of experience cleaning homes, Yatuzis also runs a business that manufactures and sells environmentally-safe, "green" cleaning products.dkdk
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