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Chapter 45 Cleaning and Sweeping: Keeping Your Home Spotless Without Effort (3)
Stain removal made easy: clean toilet grime thoroughly
The toilet is a necessity of home life, and it is also particularly prone to dirt.How can we effectively clean the toilet?

Bleach powder solution descaling method: first wipe it with bleach solution, and then rinse it with water after a while; scrub the toilet with a small homemade brush: the toilet is prone to yellow dirt, which is difficult to clean with a brush, and you can tie up the old nylon socks At one end of the stick, dip it in a foaming detergent and scrub it, and wash it once a month to keep the toilet clean; vinegar descaling method: pour the mixture of vinegar and water into the toilet, soak for half a day, and the scale will disappear Brush it off; sandpaper descaling method: use the finest sandpaper to rub the toilet dirt, which can remove the dirt that the cleaner cannot remove.

Ingenious dredging, cleaning and labor saving: use old stockings to clean the sewer
Drains in your home are often clogged with clumps of hair and can be a pain to clean.In fact, these problems can be solved by using old stockings.

When cleaning the sewer, first clean the pipe cover, then put the soles of the stockings on the cover, twist a few times at the closure, buckle it on the bottom of the cover, and then put the pipe cover on the water pipe again.In this way, hair and debris are blocked on the water pipe cover.When cleaning again, you only need to take up the lid, pour the accumulated debris into the toilet, and then flush it with water. It is very simple, and the stockings can be reused.

Clever cleaning and maintenance of furniture: cleaning and maintenance methods for wooden furniture

Every once in a while, the wooden furniture should be cleaned, and it can be scrubbed with a soft rag or sponge dipped in mild soapy water.After drying, paint with furniture oil wax to make it smooth.Soak a clean rag in expired milk or ordinary edible milk, and then use this rag to wipe tables and other wooden furniture, so that the effect of removing dirt will be very good.Finally, wipe it again with clean water.This method is suitable for many kinds of furniture.

If the painted furniture is stained with dust, it can be wiped with wet tea leaves wrapped in gauze, or scrubbed with cold tea, which will make the furniture particularly clean and bright.Take 1400 ml of boiled pale beer, add 14 grams of sugar and 28 grams of beeswax, and mix well.When the mixture has cooled, dip and scrub the wood with a soft cloth, then wipe with a soft dry cloth, which is suitable for cleaning oak furniture.Wipe the surface of the furniture with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and hot water, then wipe vigorously with a soft cloth.This law applies to the maintenance of mahogany furniture and the cleaning of other furniture contaminated by ink stains.

When dealing with burn marks on polished or varnished wood, wipe it with half a lemon first, then wipe it with a soft cloth soaked in hot water, and finally dry it quickly with a dry soft cloth to polish it. It can be restored as before.The white paint on the surface of the furniture will turn yellow after a long time, and it looks very dirty.You can wipe it with a rag dipped in toothpaste or tooth powder, and the paint color will change from yellow to white.But do not use the method of rubbing, so as not to wipe off the paint and damage the surface of the furniture.

If water drips on wooden furniture and is not cleaned in time, after a period of time, water will seep into the gaps in the paint film and accumulate, thus causing watermarks on the paint film and affecting the appearance of the furniture.In this case, cover the watermark with a clean damp cloth, and then carefully press the wet cloth with an iron, so that the water accumulated in the watermark can evaporate, and the watermark will disappear naturally.

Avoid light and heat, calmly maintain: the cleaning and maintenance method of mahogany furniture

Damp cloth is the natural enemy of mahogany furniture.Because the moisture in the wet cloth is mixed with the lime sand in the air, it will form particles, which will easily wear the surface of the furniture after friction.To keep the mahogany furniture clean, the dust can be gently brushed away with a soft brush every day, and then slowly wiped with a dry cotton linen cloth.If the mahogany furniture is stained, it can be wiped with a small amount of water-soluble or oil-based detergent. It is not advisable to use chemical brighteners to avoid damage to the paint film.

When wiping mahogany furniture, it is best to use pure cotton fabrics as rags, do not rinse directly with water, do not use too wet rags, and do not wipe with alcohol, gasoline and other solvents.When the mahogany furniture is stained with stains that are difficult to remove, vinegar can be used to decontaminate.Mix an appropriate amount of white vinegar and hot water, dip it with a pure cotton rag to wipe the surface of the furniture, and then wipe it vigorously with a clean, dry soft cloth to remove dirt.It should be noted that the surface of the furniture should be waxed to maintain the brightness of the furniture surface.

Mahogany contains a certain amount of water, which expands with heat and contracts with the humidity of the air, so be careful when placing it, and don't place it in a place that is too humid or too ventilated and dry, such as a damp basement, near air conditioners, stoves, and radiators Places with high temperature and high heat, as well as places with strong air flow such as doorways, windows, and air vents.At the same time, don't put the mahogany furniture in direct sunlight.If it is a bungalow or a low-lying house and the ground is wet, the furniture legs must be properly raised, otherwise the legs will be easily corroded by moisture.In case of uneven ground, it is necessary to use small wood chips to level the furniture.

In order to maintain the brightness of the paint film on the surface of mahogany furniture, the walnut kernels can be peeled, crushed, wrapped with 3 layers of gauze and made into oil, and then the surface of the mahogany furniture can be wiped with a soft cloth dipped in walnut kernel oil, and then rubbed with gauze. Degrease and polish.

Clean and decontaminate, avoid friction: the daily care method of fabric sofa

After the fabric sofa is purchased, it is best to spray the cloth surface cleaner first to prevent the adsorption of dirty oil and water.Because the fabric fibers are easy to retain dust and stains, you should first pat with a dry towel to remove the floating dust, and then wipe the cloth surface with a wet towel.

Sheathed fabric sofas can generally be cleaned at home.Clean the sofa cover once a week with hot water above 50°C, and put the sofa cushions in the sun to dry, which can kill dust mites.In addition, you can also regularly spray the sofa with a disinfectant that has the effect of removing mites, or regularly clean the sofa with a washing liquid that has the function of removing mites.

Note that the fabric sofa should be vacuumed regularly, preferably once a week.The armrests and cushions of the sofa are easy to get dirty, so you should spread a good-looking sofa towel or a large towel on it.Consider using a small vacuum cleaner to clean the armrests, backrests and crevices of the sofa.In addition, the wear resistance of the fabric sofa is not as good as that of the leather sofa, so it is best to avoid sitting in the same position all the time.In the case of removable cushions, it is best to turn them over once a week to distribute wear evenly; or use drawn cushions or guards to reduce direct abrasion and contamination of the fabric surface.

For non-removable fabrics, first use a vacuum cleaner to absorb the dust on the surface of the fabric sofa, and then wipe it gently with a towel.Do not scrub with a large amount of water to avoid moisture, deformation, and shrinkage of the sofa frame due to water infiltration.If beverages such as coffee drip onto the sofa cover, dip a towel in warm water immediately, suck the drink out of the sofa cover, first use a clean brush dipped in a little diluted alcohol to wipe it, and then blow it dry with a hair dryer.In case of fruit juice stains, mix thoroughly with a little soda powder and water, and then wipe with a cloth, the stains can also be removed.The sooner the stain is treated, the better. Once the time elongates and becomes stubborn, it will be difficult to deal with.

Clean in time to prevent exposure to the sun: how to clean and maintain leather sofas

For a newly purchased leather sofa, first wash a wet towel with clean water, wring it dry, wipe off the dust and dirt on the surface of the sofa, and then wipe the surface of the sofa with a non-waxy care agent for one or two times, so that the surface of the leather is formed. A layer of protective film can make it difficult for dirt to penetrate deep into the pores of the skin, making it easy to clean in the future.

The living room should maintain ventilation and a certain degree of humidity, too dry or humid will accelerate the aging of leather.The water-based leather protector is neutral and has the functions of softening leather, restoring elasticity and luster, and is the best choice for cleaning leather sofas.In daily life, if you find stains on the sofa, you should clean it with leather cleaner immediately. If there is no leather cleaner, you can use a clean white towel dipped in a little alcohol to lightly wipe the stain, and then dry it with a dry wet towel. Finish with a protectant care.

The daily care of the sofa can be wiped with a wrung wet towel, and the sofa is cleaned with a leather cleaner for about 2 to 3 months, or the dust on the surface of the sofa is sucked with a household vacuum cleaner.After cleaning the sofa, do not use a hair dryer to quickly dry the leather, but let it dry naturally, so as not to accelerate the aging of the leather.The use of leather aroma softener can not only remove the dirt on the leather surface, but also protect the leather from ultraviolet rays and restore the natural luster of the leather.Banana wax contains polishing agents and special resins, which can prolong the life of leather and make its surface moist and shiny.

The placement of the sofa should also leave a distance of 5-10 cm to maintain ventilation.To avoid direct sunlight on the sofa, if the living room is often exposed to sunlight, you may wish to adjust the positions of several sofas at intervals to prevent obvious color difference; for places with high humidity, you can use weak sunlight from 8 to 10 in the morning for 7 days , 1 hour a day, about 3 months to do once.

Eliminate Germs, Eliminate Hazards: How to Clean Your Washing Machine

Everyone knows that many home appliances should be cleaned regularly, but do you often forget to clean the washing machine at home?

The washing machine should be cleaned every two years or so, and you can use special detergent for washing machines to clean it at home.The cleaning method is very simple, first add water to the high water level, let the machine run for 5 minutes to fully dissolve the cleaning agent.A drum washing machine that can be heated can be heated to 40°C, and the washing machine should be turned off and soaked for at least 1 hour.Then wash the body according to the daily washing mode. After stopping, you will see a lot of dirt debris floating on the water.In this way, it is difficult to accumulate dirt in the machine after cleaning it every other month.In addition, do not close the door of the washing machine in a hurry after each washing, and let the inside of the machine ventilate to keep it dry, which can prevent mildew from accumulating.

Decontamination and sterilization, good maintenance: refrigerator cleaning and daily maintenance

After using the refrigerator for a long time, it not only smells bad but also breeds bacteria.In addition, the refrigerator is a relatively closed environment. Once bacteria enter, it is difficult to come out by themselves, so it is very necessary to clean the refrigerator regularly.

It is best to clean the refrigerator shell every day, and wipe the refrigerator shell and handle with a slightly damp soft cloth every day.Before cleaning the liner, cut off the power supply and take out the food in the refrigerator.Dip a soft cloth with clean water or edible dish soap, scrub gently, and then wipe off the dish soap with water.Remove the accessories in the box and clean it with water or detergent.When cleaning the refrigerator's "switches", "lights" and "thermostat" and other facilities, please wring out the rag or sponge well.After the inner wall is cleaned, use a soft cloth dipped in glycerin (medical corkscrew) to wipe the inner wall of the refrigerator, and it will be easier to wipe next time.The sealing strip can be cleaned and wiped with a cloth soaked in alcohol. If there is no alcohol at hand, wipe it with 1:1 vinegar and water, and the disinfection effect is also very good.Use a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to clean the ventilation grille on the back of the refrigerator, do not use a wet cloth to avoid rust.After cleaning, plug in the power and check whether the temperature controller is set in the correct position.

Daily cleaning, cleaning and maintenance: microwave oven cleaning and daily maintenance
The microwave oven can directly wipe the outside of the case with warm water, or clean the inside with clean water first.If you find that there are still oil stains inside, you can wipe it with detergent, and then clean it with water.The accessories of the microwave oven, such as the turntable, can be removed for cleaning, but care should be taken to prevent water from entering the cabinet.

In addition, you can directly mix the lemon with water and heat it for a few seconds before cleaning the microwave.Wipe the dirt off the door, inside the oven cavity, and on the glass dish to get rid of the microwave smell.

When cooking in a microwave oven, if there are water droplets or steam on the inner wall of the oven cavity or the oven mouth, wipe it dry immediately after use.Clean the glass turntable and bracket frequently, and put them back in place after cleaning.After each use, the oven cavity and casing should be wiped clean with a soft cloth.When not in use temporarily, it is best to unplug the power plug or put a glass filled with water in the stove, so as not to accidentally turn on the switch and make the microwave oven run without load.It should be noted that all the above cleaning processes must be carried out under the condition of power failure.

Use Salt to Remove Dust: Cleaning Tips for Plush Toys

After a period of time, the surface of the plush toy will turn black and dirty due to dust and frequent touching, and it should be thoroughly cleaned at this time.Because plush toys are easy to fade and deform after washing, we can clean the plush toys in a non-washing way: put the plush toys in a large plastic bag, then pour half a bowl of edible salt into the bag, seal the mouth of the bag After it is ready, shake it up and down, left and right, and after a while, the color of the plush toy will gradually brighten, while the salt in the bag will turn gray due to the absorption of dust.In addition to plush toys, other plush products that are easy to deform and lose shape after washing can also be cleaned with this method, such as coat fur collars and fur sleeves worn in winter, seat cushions used in cars in winter, plush protective covers for steering wheels, etc. .

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