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It’s the time of year to roll up your sleeves and do some n Showers, tubs and tile: Use your cleaning agent at
spring cleaning. Experts point out that it’s helpful to full strength and generously spray surfaces directly. Allow it
streamline the tools you use to do the job and the tasks you to penetrate the soap scum for up to two minutes. Do not
seek to accomplish. allow to dry. Wipe away with a coarse sponge or cloth. Rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
“An all-purpose cleaner and a tough degreasing agent
can be used in so many areas of the home,” says Jeff n Toilets: Let’s face it: This isn’t anyone’s favorite
Devlin, a licensed contractor who’s appeared on several job but it has to be done. Turn that nozzle to spray and
home improvement television shows. Devlin’s first tip: look generously spray the outside of the toilet. Wipe clean with a
to reduce the number of products in your cleaning arsenal. paper towel, then give a quick rinse.
“Along with high-quality sprays and cloths, I use one all-
purpose cleaner that also contains degreasing ingredients.” n Patio: For patios, outdoor furniture, concrete, vinyl
fences and siding, use the same cleaner outdoors: simply
Devlin, along with Mean Green cleaners, offers these spray, then wipe clean with a cloth or sponge and rinse
different strategies for critical areas of your home. surfaces with clean water. While you’re at it, consider
removing grease and grime from tools, engine parts, tires,
n Stove and range hoods: While you should be cleaning sports gear and lawn equipment.
these areas regularly after food preparation, take this
opportunity to conduct a more thorough cleaning. Spray “Make spring cleaning simple and effective by using smart
cleaner directly on the surface and let sit for up to two strategies on every surface of your home,” said Devlin.
minutes. Wipe clean with a sponge or cloth. Then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Tormented
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a trap for food, grease, grime and soap scum. Generously
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n Stove exhaust filter: The grease buildup that collects water analysis.
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Place the filter in a sink or dishpan and pour in concentrated
cleaner to cover. Allow the filter to soak for 30 minutes. Drain
the dishpan and rinse thoroughly with hot water.

n Floors: Give your floors a mopping. Mix 4 ounces of
cleaning solution with 1 gallon of warm water. Apply with
mop or sponge.

n Garbage cans and diaper pails: Bags often leak
nastiness into the bottom of the garbage can, which can
easily be missed when quickly replacing the bag. Turn
your cleanser’s nozzle to spray and generously cover the
can. Wipe or brush any areas that have any residue. Rinse
thoroughly with clean water.