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Commercial Bathroom Cleaning Checklist
Commercial bathrooms are designed for high volume use.bathroom image by timur1970 from Fotolia.comCommercial bathrooms require regular cleaning so that they are suitable for public use. Each establishment maintains its own checklist for cleaning its bathrooms, though certain standards of...
How to Restore Aluminum Trim
The shiny aluminum trim on your car or home may oxidize over time, causing small spots of corrosion on the surface of the metal. Aluminum trim is among the most difficult materials to restore. The metal is thin, and if you aren't careful, the sanding process can cut right through the aluminum and ru
How to Remove Stains From Tools
In order to ensure that you always have the right tools for a job, those tools should be clean and ready to go. This means wiping them down after use, but it also means giving them a thorough cleaning once every few months (or more often if you use them all the time). Often, tools will develop rust
How to Remove Spills From a Smooth Top Cooktop
Cleaning smooth top stoves regularly prevents the need for intensive cleaning. Leaving spills, food or grease on the range can result in unsightly stains that can become permanent. Remove spills from the cooktop quickly to make cleanup easy. Leaving the spill on the range can result in a thick and b
How to Get Dirt Off of Hardwood Floor
Washing hardwood floors needs to be done correctly or you can ruin the floor finish. Water and hardwood floors are not a good combination, but when you use water or the cleaning solution correctly, you won't ruin the finish of the floor or the wood itself. When cleaning a hardwood floor, it is bette
How to Clean a White Ball Cap
Don't toss that white ball cap in the trash once it is dirty and stained. You may worry that washing your baseball hat will ruin it, but most of today's caps are made of durable material that can withstand being washed in the washing machine. Take care of your cap and keep it looking new with regula
Tree Removal Tips
Removing trees from a yard can be a bit tricky. Initially, you must complete a thorough inspection of the area and establish a drop area for the tree to fall. Limbs should be cut to small sizes that are easily handled by personnel. Proper safety equipment must be worn when operating a chainsaw, and
How to Steam Clean Your Area Rugs Over Your Hardwood Floors
Steam cleaning cleans spots on upholstery and carpet that you cannot remove through dry cleaning with a vacuum alone. If you have large area rugs in your home that do not fit in the washing machine, or that you should not machine wash, use the steam cleaning process to clean the rugs. The moisture f
Wood Kitchen Cabinets vs. Veneer
Kitchen cabinets are built-in or manufactured furniture that break down into four main components: body, frame, drawers and doors. Before WWII, cabinet were made of solid wood by mills or experienced carpenters. This changed after the war, as cheaper ready-made plywood cabinetry was mass-produced. A
How to Clean a Calcium Urinal Block
Urinals are a form of toilet specifically made for men. They are smaller than regular toilets and are attached to the wall instead of the floor. Calcium blocks are caused by hard water in your water system. These blocks can be easily removed as you clean the urinal itself, and it does not take a lon
Techniques for Sheet Brass
Sheet brass refers to brass that has been flattened into thin pieces. This material can be shaped by cutting, bending, twisting, and stretching, and its surface can be altered by stamping, perforating and crimping. It is used in the construction of various objects such as cars, airplanes and signs b
How to Clean a Wood Clarinet
Cleaning a wood clarinet will help to keep the wood moisturized and prolong the life of the clarinet. An essential tool in the protection and cleaning of the clarinet is the case. The case will help protect the wood and keep the the instrument free of debris and dust. Following a regular maintenance
How to Clean Silk
Silk is a fiber produced by silkworm cocoons. The silk threads are woven into a smooth, luxurious fabric. Silk fabric is ideal for making clothing, lingerie and draperies due to its delicate appearance. Silk is durable despite its appearance, and it resists wrinkling, fading and staining. Hand-wash
Do Chimney Cleaning Logs Work?
Chimney cleaning logs are used by many homeowners to clean away the buildup of creosote in their chimneys from frequent fireplace fires. Some homeowners may rely on these logs to cut the cost of cleaning their chimneys by extending the time between professional cleanings. Chimney cleaning logs work
How to Clean Rattan Furniture
Rattan furniture is an eco-friendly style of furniture made from woven palm plants. With over 600 different species of palms, rattan is an all encompassing phrase. Rattan furniture is commonly used as outdoor patio furniture, but has a certain charm about it inside the house as well. Rattan furnitur
How to Remove Paint From Your Linoleum
Many kitchens and bathrooms have floors made of linoleum. If you do not completely cover them when you are painting your kitchen or bathroom walls, you may drip some paint on them. You can easily wipe the paint up with a damp rag when it first falls on the floor, but there may be a spot you don't no
Directions to the Steam Mouse Steamer
The Steam Mouse portable steamer is designed to help lift out tough stains that are hard to get with regular vacuuming and traditional cleaning. Homeowners can use the Steam Mouse portable steam cleaner to clean hard to get at areas around the home, like under counters and beneath the bed. The steam
Repairing Crumbling Grout
Grout is the cement material that sits between the tiles on your floor or wall. It links the tiles together and forms one flat surface out of those separate squares. If the grout starts to crumble and crack, it can allow moisture to get under the tiles, which can cause further damage. It's important
How to Get Rid of Mold on a Plaster Ceiling Above a Shower
The bathroom may be the easiest place in your home for mold to grow. Mold grows in moist and humid areas, and repeated use of hot water in the shower creates a prime breeding place for mold. Killing the mold on a bathroom ceiling and taking steps to prevent it from coming back will keep your bathroo
How to Harvest Milk Thistle
Milk thistle is a popular medicinal herb. It is believed to detoxify the liver and improve its function, as well as calm upset stomachs and lessen the symptoms of gallbladder diseases. The milk thistle plant resembles other thistles, with a tall stem and a large purple flower. However, the milk this