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Cleaning & Sanitizing - Tips and Tricks
Sometimes, a short and to the point tip or trick can be immensely useful. Here, we try to list as many useful tips as possible
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Central Vaccum Systems and air pollution...
Most home builders will install central vac rough-ins in all their new constructions. Homeowners will often choose central vaccum system because it's practical in so many ways. One of the selling features is that you don't have to pull a canister around which in turn removes air pollution from being released from the canister and avoids potential allergy symptoms. That said, if the central vac canister isn't installed correctly your air quality may still be affected. Unfortunately many installer...
submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Jun 8 2011 under Appliances | Cleaning & Sanitizing | Health & Safety
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How to clean ceramic top stoves!
What can I say; I have cleaning theme going with my recent tips, it must have something to do with my obsessive tendencies! LOL For those of you who own a ceramic top stove, you know they can be difficult to clean with those dark stubborn stains. I’ve been using a product that really works and it’s a Vileda Glass Ceramic Scrunge and here the link to the product: http://www.vileda.ca/en/scourers/ceran/ Look I’ve said it before, I’m not much for product placemen... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on May 5 2011 under Appliances | Cleaning & Sanitizing | How To's
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How to clean ceramic or porcelain tile grout!
Today's tip is a simple one. Ceramic or porcelain tile are very popular as floor coverings but the grout located between tiles tends to get dirty. Here's what I suggest to clean ceramic or porcelain tile grout...:1) If it's very bad you can start with a hand steamer to loosen the dirt;2) Get a large floor brush with a handle, some good old Comet with Bleach (this isn't a product placement, it just works!), a bucket of hot water, some kind of rag to wipe down and of course some rubber gloves;3) S... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on May 4 2011 under Flooring | Cleaning & Sanitizing | How To's
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How to clean your air exchanger!
Did you know you should clean your air exchanger at least every 3 months? That's right! Unplug the unit, pull out the core and wash it in a large sink or tub with warm water and dishwasher soap will do. Let it dry before putting it back in. Cleaning the fan at least once a year is a good idea also. To remember this home improvement task, use reminders on your e-mail app, smart phone or the good old calendar! Have great day and always strive for a better home! :) jeansimon PS Questions ... submitted by Jean-Simon Plouffe on Apr 6 2011 under Cleaning & Sanitizing | Heating, Cooling & Ventilation | How To's
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