CLEANING TIPS
Here are some great tips for around the house. Not
recommended for industrial or commercial purposes.
 2
cups rubbing alcohol (70% isoprophyl)- 1 tablespoon mild dishwashing liquid (for
handwashing dishes, NOT dishwasher detergent-it contains bleach!)
- 1 tablespoon ammonia
- 2 quarts water
Stir all ingredients together in a bowl. Fill a
CLEAN spray bottle (not recycled one) with cleaner and store the rest
tightly sealed in a large bottle. Use with a cloth or sponge to clean
the bathroom fixtures, kitchen fixtures, appliances, chrome, plastic
countertops, and painted surfaces. Rinse with a clean cloth or sponge
after cleaning.
All Purpose Kitchen Quick Shiner
This shiner is mild and safe to use for all
surfaces.
- 1 1/4 cups white vinegar
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 22 ounce spray bottle
Pour vinegar and water into the spray bottle. Shake
gently to combine. To use, spray on and wipe off.
All Purpose Glass Cleaner
Vinegar cuts grease and leaves windows sparkling
clean. Best of all, this mixture is absolutely safe, It's the best
choice if you have young children in the house.
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 quart of water
Pour vinegar and water into a bowl or container, or
mix the ingredients in a spray bottle. Clean glass directly with a
sponge dipped in the bowl of cleaner or spray on and wipe clean.
Metal Polish
Hazards: Safe enough to eat, and it's not gritty
enough to scratch the metal.
Uses: Suitable for brass, bronze, copper and pewter. Not for silver,
silver plate and jewelry.
Cost: Less than a penny for about 3 tablespoons of paste (not
including water)
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- I tablespoon white vinegar
Combine salt and flour in small bowl and stir until
blended. Add the vinegar and mix into a thick paste. Smear on the
paste with a damp sponge or cloth and rub gently. Let the polish dry
for about an hour. Rinse well with warm water and buff dry with a soft
cloth.
Ring Around the Collar
Dirty neck rings around shirt or blouse collars can
be removed by putting shampoo on them. Rub the shampoo in like you
were washing your hair. Shampoo is specifically made to remove body
oils. A cheap bottle of shampoo kept by the washing machine is handy
for all kinds of stains in clothing. Don't forget this trick when you
are traveling.
From
Rodale's Book of Practical Formulas
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