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No Scrubbing, No waiting, Just clean grout
Shaving cream isn’t just for grooming — it’s a surprisingly effective and effortless way to clean grout! The foamy texture naturally contains gentle surfactants and emulsifiers (the same type of cleaning agents found in soaps), which help lift away grease, grime, and everyday dirt from grout lines without harsh chemicals or elbow grease. Simply apply a layer of plain foaming shaving cream directly onto your grout, let it sit briefly, and then wipe it away — no intense scrubbing or long wait times needed. Many homeowners find grease and buildup vanish quickly, leaving grout looking refreshed with minimal effort.
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Shaving cream cleaning hacks (general uses) — including how it can help with grout and other surfaces: The Spruce – 7 Surprising Ways to Clean With Shaving Cream Read more at The Spruce
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Cleaning grout with shaving cream — mentions using it on grout and other quick DIY solutions: AmeriClean – 10 Tips for Cleaner Grout Read grout cleaning tips including shaving cream method
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Household cleaning uses for shaving cream — shows shaving cream’s foaming action can penetrate grime: Better Living Products – Why You Need to Add Shaving Cream to Your Cleaning Arsenal See more on shaving cream cleaning uses
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Cleaning Tips
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First before any cleaning I start with putting on some Latex Free Black Vinyl Gloves
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Try to put clothes away, rather than leaving them hanging around on or the floor.
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If you are at an office put away papers on the floor, hang wire off the desks such as
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Open the windows to air the room out.
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Remove sheets from the bed and wash at least every other week.
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Office mats should be changed monthly
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Add pillows to the dryer weekly
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Use a damp microfiber cloth to furniture, use duster to windows and blinds
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Vacuum high-traffic areas frequently. I have a robot vacuum For the in-between clean I find my robot vacuum to be an office friend.
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There's on special ingredient that'll give you a streak-free clean, says Ideal Touch Janitorial—and that's cornstarch. In a large bowl, combine one cup of hot water and one cup of rubbing alcohol. Then, whisk in four tablespoons of cornstarch. Transfer to a spray bottle, and spritz onto windows, mirrors, or glass before wiping clean with a microfiber cloth.
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How to Clean Silver
It is best to use water only (I myself use spring water) I find it dry’s quicker. When cleaning use a damp microfiber cloth wiping the same direction of the grain, do this in small pieces. Then use a dry microfiber cloth and dry up the water also going the same direction as the grain.If you have oil marks and fingerprints that will not remove add a little dish soap to the spring water and fallow steps above. Always going the way of the grain, Always wash and dry
How to Unclogged sink troubles
Clogged sink vinegar cleaning tip is your sink clogged? a quick, clean and easy way to unclog your sink.
Add half a cup of baking soda to the sink as close to the drain as possible. Then one cup vinegar as close to the drain as possible. Wait, watch and rinse with warm water and Wolla sink is clean.
Keep those lovely flowers around a little longer
Flowers are a beautiful addition to any home or office. Unfortunately, they don't always last as long as we'd like them to. If you'd like to keep your flowers looking fresh, and make them last longer, try adding a little apple cider vinegar to the water. Mix it around, and then add the flower to the mixture. This will help keep the flowers alive longer. If you have any questions about keeping your flowers looking their best, don't hesitate to ask. Our janitorial service is here to help with all of your cleaning needs.
Unpleasant odours
Eucalyptus Air cleanser for the office or home.
-7 drops eucalyptus
-2 drops pine
-1 drop myrrh
Burn this refreshing blend in a oil burner say in the kitchen to keep air fresh and also for its antibacterial qualities. This antiseptic blend will help airborne bacteria, this will keep your office cleaner and healthier . While also getting rid of unpleasant odours . Those who have pets it is also none to discourage fleas
Tired of stains on a overcooked pot or pan?
Do you have a frying pan or a pot or the nasty pans in your oven that has some of the black cooking stains on them? Well I can help.
1. add 2 cups of vinegar to the pan
2. bring pan to a boil for about 10 minutes.
enjoy your new pan. Did you know if you add 2 cups vinegar in a frying pan for 10 minutes, it will also help keep food from sticking to your pan for several months at a time.
Feel free to ask a question and I could help you with that hard to clean areas
For a not so hard to clean pot us table salt and dish soap mix and watch how easy it is to clean. No heavy chemicals back to the basics
How to remove permanent marker of everything
Clothing- hand sanitizer
Walls- toothpaste or hairspray
Wood-rubbing alcohol or toothpaste
Carpets-white vinegar
Dry eraser board- dry eraser marker
Furniture- milk
How to have a better sleep
If you take your pillow you sleep on and place it in the dryer once or twice a month for 20 minutes.
This kills dust mites and takes the dust out of your pillows. Great for those that suffers from allergies. Allowing for a better sleep
How to get a rid of those unwanted weeds
There are many people that say apple cider vinegar is wonderful on weeds, this is true but a little more costly then needed. On the other hand on a nice sunny day when you see no chance of rain take a spay bottle and fill with white vinegar, go out and spray those weed. Great for getting those unwanted weeds between the river rocks that will not hurt your plants.
Easy tip for keeping under the desk dust free
Also safer, hooks to hold up those wires, making it harder for the cleaning crew to carry out the best service ever. I have also seen Velcro hook and loop fasteners. Another tip for a dust free environment.
How to get a rid of those unwanted ants
How to get rid of ants, ant control tip, do it yourself ant control home made
#Ant problem
-One table spoon Borax
-Three table spoons Sugar
Fill in a container (such as a lid) place them close to the place you see the ants and entrances, this will work
To rid yourself of the ants that are seen around the office before your traps are laid
Try this
White vinegar will also send an eviction notice to ants on your premises. They cannot bear its strong smell. In addition, the smell masks their scent trails, making them lose their direction.
Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water.
Pour the solution into a spray bottle.
Add a few drops of any essential oil and shake the bottle thoroughly.
Spray this solution around baseboards and other entry points.
After an hour, wipe up the ants using a damp paper towel and discard them.
Repeat once daily until the ants are completely gone.
You can also use this vinegar solution to clean floors, windowsills and counter tops to prevent ants from crawling over these surfaces.
How to get rid of those fruit flies
How to get rid of fruit flies home remedies
Take a look.
fruit fly problem again. Quick fix for around the home or office. : Add a little apple cider into a glass, seal the top of glass with plastic wrap , pop a few holes, and no more fruit flies. To add a basil plant to the kitchen helps, or some cedar sticks to a vase near the problem, you will notice fruit flies are repelled by the scent of the cedar. I know a few people that have added cedar chips that you buy for the garden to a bowl and no more fruit flies.
Clean with WD40 tips Window cleaning tip
1.Vacuum out the debris of the frame areas
2.Spray with WD40
3.Heavily soak the window with soap and water or glass cleaner. Gently scrub areas with stuck-on debris or scrape the hardy glass with a razor blade. Remove soap and water from the glass with a squeegee. Follow up with a microfiber towel to thoroughly dry the window.
4.Use Microfiber cloths