Vene though bleach always takes the first position when it comes to cleaning, household ammonia is probably one of the most powerful products that you have at home. It is efficient and versatile in terms of uses. Keep reading to see what you can use ammonia for around the house.
Make sure you never combine ammonia with bleach or any other chlorine-containing substance. The reaction produces hazardous fumes that can be fatal. Avoid inhaling the vapours by working in a well-ventilated area. Avoid getting ammonia on your skin or in your eyes by using rubber gloves and protective eyewear. Keep ammonia out of the reach of children at all times.
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Soap nuts. What are they, and how to use them for cleaning around the house?
Using a ‘’nut’’ for the household cleaning chores may seem odd. However, while soap nuts are still rather foreign to most people, they are rightfully earning their rank as mainstream laundry detergent alternatives for more and more households that choose the green biodegradable way.
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Things that make your home dustier
No matter how often you are cleaning your house, dust is an inevitable part of it. When you think about what dust really is, you will find out it is a combination of pollen, dead skin cells, insect parts, mould spores, ash, and more. It is attracted by a number of items and surfaces around your house and can quickly enter through open windows, doors, etc. In order to reduce the amount of dust around the home, you should understand which are the things that mostly produce/attract it, and avoid them. Keep reading to find common mistakes you should steer clear of to have less dust around your house.
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Cleaning your french press the right way
French press is a beloved method used to make that perfect, fresh cup of coffee. The reason for that is that the brewing time can be easily adjusted to everyone’s preference. Another reason is that there is no paper filter and more oils and flavours are left in the coffee.
If you don’t know what a french press is, we will tell you a few words about the way it works. First, place coffee grounds at the bottom of the glass brewing jar, then pour hot water and allow them to steep in it. When the coffee has brewed long enough for your satisfaction, the plunger is pushed down slowly as the metal filter traps any coffee grounds so they don’t end up in your cup.
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How to clean paintbrushes?
Paint brushes come in handy when painting walls, refinishing furniture, or creating art. For better results, you want to use high-quality brushes and rollers. If you have an expensive set of painting tools, you want to keep them in good condition for longer. Here is how to clean them and properly take care of them.
When attempting to clean a paintbrush, it is important to pay attention to the type of paint you use with them. You will need to take different approaches when cleaning oil-based, water-based paint or lacquer. While water-based paint can be easily cleaned with water and soap, oil-based paints need to be cleaned with petroleum or citrus-based solvent.
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