Description
Book SynopsisOffers tips and techniques to make quick work of dirty work. This book helps you learn how to use the proper equipment and tackle specific cleaning challenges, including: floors, walls, and ceilings; the kitchen and bathrooms; furniture and furnishings; appliances and equipment; windows; bicycles and cars; and clothes and laundry.
Trade Review??an easy-to-follow, room-by-room guide?practical shortcuts?? (Hartlepool Mail, 24th August 04)
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Getting Your Hands Dirty: Cleaning Basics 7
Chapter 1: Recognising the Value of Cleaning Well 9
Chapter 2: Equipping Yourself 17
Chapter 3: Talking Timing and Techniques 37
Part II: Cleaning Your Home Top to Bottom 47
Chapter 4: Cleaning Ceilings, Walls, Radiators, and Window Treatments 49
Chapter 5: Standing Up to Floors 61
Chapter 6: Scouring Everything and the Kitchen Sink 75
Chapter 7: Bringing Brilliance to the Bathroom 93
Chapter 8: Polishing Furniture and Furnishings 107
Part III: Keeping Up Appearances Outside 123
Chapter 9: Washing Up Outside 125
Chapter 10: Making Windows Sparkle 131
Chapter 11: Sweeping Up the Garden Path: Decks, Driveways, and Patios 141
Chapter 12: Devoting Time to Your Vehicles 157
Part IV: Cleaning Special Items and in Special Situations 167
Chapter 13: Tuning In to Electrical Equipment 169
Chapter 14: Shining Sports and Hobby Equipment 177
Chapter 15: Treasuring Personal Valuables 187
Chapter 16: Facing Family Cleaning Challenges 201
Chapter 17: Cleaning for Special Occasions 223
Part V: Removing Stains 231
Chapter 18: Caring for Your Clothes 233
Chapter 19: Understanding Basic Stain Types 255
Chapter 20: Treating Everyday Stains 265
Chapter 21: Tackling Scratches, Scuffs, and Rips 277
Part VI: The Part of Tens 283
Chapter 22: Fast Fixes for Unexpected Guests 285
Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Facing a Landlord Inspection 291
Chapter 24: Being Clean in Other People’s Homes 295
Chapter 25: Extraordinary Uses for Ten Ordinary Items 301
Appendix: Stain Removal Guide 307
Index 317
