Cleaning Brass
Keep decorative items dusted and clean. Wash in sudsy, lukewarm water, rinse and dry. Never use hot water on lacquered items as it loosens the lacquer; do not polish them or soak them in water. [... more]
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Dehumidifiers - Operation
Place the unit at least 6 inches from the nearest Avoid locating it in a room corner or near a large piece For the first few days of operation, turn the Before you empty the water pan or bucket, turn the Dehumidifiers operate most effectively at ... [... more]
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Homemade Cleaners
Safer Alternatives: Reducing The Risk One of the best means of avoiding exposure to house- Making your own simple and effective products is fun Most commercial air fresheners do not freshen the air For a safer alternative, you may wish to try one ... [... more]
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Cleaning Pewter
Modern pewter can be washed by hand in hot, sudsy Do not overclean antique pewter. It is not meant to To clean and polish pewter with an antique or dull There are many pewter look-alikes on the market that water, rinsed, and dried thoroughly with ... [... more]
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Vinyl Upholstery--Cleaning
Wash with mild detergent and water. Use a soft Sometime letting detergent solution stand on surface Vinyl cleaners sold in furniture stores or auto Vinyl upholstery will absorb stains and dye from fabrics Act at once to remove stains from vinyl. ... [... more]
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Aluminum Outdoor Furniture--Cleaning
Aluminum does not rust, but it will discolor and Care will depend on the condition of the aluminum: If surface is only mildly discolored, wash with soap If surface is pitted, polish with a soap-filled steel There are also a variety of commercial ... [... more]
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Carpet Stain Removal
For Synthetic Fibers Only When anything is spilled on carpet surface, removal Basic Directions (also refer to each individual stain) Use these steps for all the stains listed. results are best when stain is treated immediately, before it dries. ... [... more]
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Cleaning Silver
Methods of cleaning silver should be determined by Hand rubbing develops patina on silver which adds to Ornamental silver pieces that have been lacquered may the valued placed on it--monetary or sentimental--and the design of the pattern. Silver ... [... more]
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Upholstery Stain Removal
Remove excess soil promptly, by scraping off residue Be sure to pre-test in an inconspicuous spot. Basically fabrics are cleanable if they don't fade or Do not remove cushion from the cover. General cleaning is done with 1 pint cool or warm Never ... [... more]
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Microwave Oven Care and Cleaning
Avoid unnecessary spatters by covering dishes, using Use an appropriate cover for the cooking process. If oven Wipe up spills at once. Wash regularly with mild If spots seem dried on, boil water in a glass cup a If odors, either clean the ... [... more]
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Homemade Cleaners 1992
Painted Walls and Woodwork Use one of the following to wash painted surfaces: Use one of the following mixtures to clean glass and Tips- When washing windows, wash sills and cross- Combine 1/4 cup liquid dish detergent or laundry Repeat if ... [... more]
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Cleaning Aluminum
Use mild a detergent and warm water when possible. Alkalis, even baking soda, and especially stronger alkalis Be cautious about using abrasive cleaners (scouring On outdoor surfaces, remove bugs, sap, tree seeds, Delsipee and Isabel Jones, ... [... more]
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