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How To Clean The "Green" Way:
Baking Soda:
Bathroom: Sprinkle baking soda in sink, tub, or shower, then scrub with a sponge. Add hydrogen peroxide for extra cleansing power.
All Purpose Cleaning: Sprinkle baking soda on a sponge and wipe surfaces down; rinse and dry. Works on counter tops, stove tops, microwaves, inside refrigerator, sinks, and laundry appliances. Add hydrogen peroxide for extra cleaning power.
Shower Curtains or Glass: Clean and deodorize by scrubbing with a paste of baking soda and water.
Cockroaches: Use where cockroaches hide out. Mix baking soda and powdered sugar - 1:1 ratio.
Shampoo: Mix 1:1 ratio of apple cider vinegar and baking soda, diluted with a bit of water. Seems to restore oil production to allow smooth hair and smooth skin.
Vinegar:
Floors: 1/2 Cup of white vinegar in a gallon of warm water. Use for damp mopping vinyl, ceramic tile, or laminate floors.
Windows: 1/8 cup vinegar with 16oz of water for window and glass cleaning.
Clothing Stains: Gently rub the stain with full-strength vinegar. Alternatively, hydrogen peroxide also works well.
Clogged Drains: 1/2 to 1 cup of baking soda into the drain. Followed by one cup of hot vinegar. Let sit for several hours, then follow with very hot water.
Ants: Spray 1:1 ratio of vinegar and water around areas where ants enter the house.
Lemons:
Furniture: Mix 1:2 ratio of lemon juice and olive oil. Use a soft cloth to apply. Use clean, soft cloth to polish.
Garbage Disposal: Putting cut up lemon into the garbage disposal will leave your kitchen smelling lemony fresh.
Marvel Maids, Inc. shall not be held liable, should you try any of these Helpful Hints. They are provided solely for your information and Marvel Maids, Inc. does not hold an opinion either way on the safety and or validity of these hints.
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