Bio-Ox Cleaning Tips

Tip: Cat Urine Odor

2005-10-26T05:43:00.000-07:00

Cat urine odor can be the worst! Sadly, it is unavoidable if you want to have a cat. To keep your cat's litter box smelling fresh, just follow a few simple steps. Remove solid waste and clumped urine twice a day - try morning and evening. Sprinkle baking soda or pet odor removal powder on top of the litter once a day to absorb odors. For maximum pet odor control, make sure the litter box is thoroughly cleaned and washed at least once per week.

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Tip: Cast Iron Waffle Iron Cleaning

2005-09-23T11:34:00.000-07:00

Here's a terrific kitchen cleaning tip if you are thinking about buying a waffle iron. If you get a cast iron on a waffle ironm you must season it to make sure it is non-stick. First, coat the cast iron with oil or lard and bake the waffle iron in a slow cooking temperature oven. Don't clean the waffle iron with soap or dish washing detergent, only wipe the waffle iron clean after each use, since after seasoning nothing should stick. If you do need to use a cleanser, use salt which will help you remove any waffle residue without removing the seasoning!

Cleaning Tip: Dusting and Deodorizing

2005-09-06T05:09:00.000-07:00

The satisfaction provided by spray on dust cleaners is hard to beat - but you really don't need to go that far. Try just using a simple dust cloth. What you may not know is that many dusting products add a waxy build up to furniture finish that is not good for their long term maintenance. If you just use a cloth, or even a fabric softener sheet, you will not only give the your furniture a great shine, but you will also reduce static which will ultimately reduce your dust buildup. Plus, if you pick a fabric sheet with a scent you like, you deodorize your home at the same time!

Tip: Cleaning Your Pet's Bed

2005-08-24T07:49:00.000-07:00

When you are zipping through your house in a cleaning franzy, whether in spring or any other season - your pet's bed should be on your list of things to clean. By doing this, you will prevent the pet bed from holding on to pet odors and accumulating hair shed and you will also keep the pet bed looking neat and clean.

A great cleaning tip: When you are buying a pet bed, try to choose one with a removable cover that you can take off and throw in the washing machine. If you don't need to wash it completely, run it through the dryer with a fabric softener sheet and that will remove excess pet hair.

If you already have a pet bed that must remain intact, spot clean it using a vinegar solution or a professional cleaning product like PAWS -- Pet Accident Washup Solution. Once your pet's bed is dry, sprinkle it with little bit of baking soda, leave it overnight, and vacuum the bed clean in the morning - this will help absorb any additional odors!

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Tip: Skin Odor and Stain Removal

2005-08-17T04:37:00.000-07:00

If you love to cook, you will end up coming into contact with a food that may stain your hands, not to mention the odors that cling! This kind of skin discoloration can usually be easily remedied. Cut a fresh lemon in half (or use some lemon juice from your refridgerator). Rub the juice all over your hands and the acidity will usually remove any unwanted stains. If you need to remove odors, vinegar will most smells (such as fish) but vanilla extract can do the trick as well.

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A Cleaning Tip on Cutting Down on the Dust

2005-08-15T07:32:00.000-07:00

Anyone who hates dust and dusting would love to be proactive about dust and cut down on the accumulation of dust in their home. A few proactive dust tips:

1. One of the best ways to minimize dust accumulation is to have your home or office duct work cleaned (if you have central air/heat) and, if you can, use air filters on vents throughout your system.
2. Carpeting attracts dust build up, so you may want to reconsider wall to wall carpeting in every room - hardwood floors will keep you honest.
3. Wash your bedding frequently (even in the guest room).
4. Make sure you own and use a really good vacuum cleaner, such as a Dyson, rather than sweepers because they just push dust around, rather than removing it.
5. Avoid feather dusters - they may get the dust off one surface, but it will just land somewhere else! Instead, use a dusting cloth sprayed with end dust, or your preferred dust remover or use a dryer sheet.

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Tip: Keep Your Guest Beds Smelling Fresh!

2005-08-10T07:35:00.000-07:00

Perhaps you now have the perfect home with a lovely guest room - but how often is it used? Are you keeping the must and dust from accumulating in your guest bed? Guest beds can end up smelling old and musty. If you like to keep your guest bed fully made with sheets, comforter and pillows, keep the sheets smelling lovely by placing a dryer sheet under the comforter until someone needs to use the bed. To keep the mattress in good shape, vacuum regularly and follow some of our other mattress cleaning tips - when you clean your mattress, exchange the old dryer sheet for a new one.

Tip: Cleaning in a Hurry

2005-08-03T04:21:00.000-07:00

We all have drop in guests, so what do you do when the house is a mess? If you have visitors that are coming, focus on "tidy" rather than scrubbed. First, focus on your main traffic areas, like the hallway and living room. Put away obvious clutter, and toss dead flowers, trash and any kitchen food that has been left out. Straighten the cushions on your sofa and chairs, quickly run the vacuum over the rugs and focus on creating the impression of order. Spray some room freshener or febreeze (better yet, open some windows!) and sit down with a glass of lemonade so you look like you don't have a care in the world! Of course it always looks like this...

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Crayon Melted on Clothing in Dryer

2005-07-28T10:51:00.000-07:00

Did your precious angel leave a red crayon in her pocket that is now all over your favorite jeans? Not to worry - you may be able to save your clothes. First, put the stained clothing stain down on stack of paper towels and spray the clothing with WD-40. Let this stand for a few minutes, turn the fabric over and then spray the opposite side. Spread liquid dishwasher soap and work the soap into the stain. It should begin to dissolve into the paper towels so replace the towelling as it absorbs the crayon. Wash the clothing in hottest possible water with both laundry detergent and bleach for about ten minutes and rinse in warm water.

Note: Heat will set a stains so avoid drying clothes that have been stained in the wash cycle. If the crayon made it into the dryer, clean the interior of your dryer to remove any wax by spraying a clean cloth with WD-40, and wiping the interior down. Then dry a load of unimportant rags to ensure that your dryer is clean.

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China Care and Cleaning Tips

2005-07-25T04:53:00.000-07:00

Cleaning your heirloom china can be a slow process as your take care not to chip, ding or otherwise damage delicate dishware. In many cases nowadays, modern china is dishwasher safe if you use a mild detergent. You want to avoid dishwashing soap that contains either lemon or bleach. If you are using a dishwasher, less is more when you are loading the fine china. Ensure that pieces do not touch each other in the dishwasher rack and that they won't rattle around too much and use a gentle cycle if that's possible. Some fine china can become more fragile when warm, so wait for the china to cool before stacking and storing.

Hand painted, metal trimmed, or antique china should always be hand washed. If you are cleaning your dishware by hand, only warm water and a gentle detergent should be used. To protect yoru fine china when you are washing them, place a dishtowel or rubber mat on the bottom of the sink before starting. If tea or coffee cups have stains, dip your sponge directly in some baking soda and rub the stain gently to remove.

When you are ready to store your clean dishware, put a coffee filter or a paper plate between each plate, bowl or dish while stacking them. Remember that your china should be stored indoors which will ensure temperature and relative humidity control. By storing them in the proper area and by washing the pieces at least once a year to keep impurities from impregnating the glaze and keep the glaze strong, your fine china will last a lifetime.

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Tip: Cleaning Dirty Walls

2005-07-19T10:14:00.000-07:00

There is nothing like dirty and dingy walls to make a house look horrible and run down. Whether you are doing your regular spring cleaning, or getting ready to sell your home, washing the walls is a relatively simple thing that can make your home sparkle brighter.

Don't waste sweat on the old methods though, the newest technology uses peroxide and detergents to penetrate soiled areas. Simply spray a product such as Bio-OX Citrus Concentrate on your dirty wall, allow it to penetrate for a few minutes, then wipe clean.

Repeat the process if it seems to be necessary. Be sure to try the solution in a hidden area first, if you use colored paint on your walls. You can sprinkle a little baking soda on your sponge to use with the Bio-OX for a more abrasive action.

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Canvas Mold and Mildew Removal

2005-07-15T06:05:00.000-07:00

Nobody wants a moldy tent. If you want to remove mold and mildew from your canvas tent, vacuum or brush off the soilded areas to remove any excess dirt or loose particles. Wash down the moldy area with a solution of 1/2 cup Lysol to a gallon of hot water. Rinse this off with a solution made up of 1 cup lemon juice and 1 cup salt to a gallon of hot water. Finally, allow the canvas to air dry in direct sun.

You can also try applying a cleansers such as IOSSO Tent & Camping Gear Cleaner. This kind of cleaner was created to remove mildew stains. If you want to be proactive and prevent mildew and mold, treat the canvas with a water-repellent compound such as Canvak.

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Vomit Stain and Odor Removal from Upholstery

2005-07-15T05:34:00.000-07:00

Removing Vomit odor from your upholstery is relatively simple. First, remove as much of the vomit as possible by scraping it from your upholstery. You have a couple of options for cleansing: Baking soda is effective for removing surface odors, provided the vomit has not penetrated into the cushions. To use baking soda you need to moisten the area with clean water and then spread the baking soda evenly over the surface. Once you have spread the baking soda and rubbed it in sufficiently, you should let the surface dry completely. Finally, vacuum up the dry baking soda.

The newest technology uses peroxide and detergents to penetrate the soiled area and deactivate the odor. Simply spray a product such as Bio-OX Citrus Concentrate on the soiled area, then allow it to soak in for five minutes. Using a white absorbent cloth, blot the area, while pressing down firmly for about 30 seconds. Repeat this process until the area is dry. If the vomit odor persists, repeat the same process.

Cleaning Aluminum Window Frames

2005-06-30T11:08:00.000-07:00

Cleaning Aluminum Window Frames

When you are ready to tackle the job of cleaning windows, there are obvious areas we can't and won't forget. For instance, everyone likes to make sure the glass shines and sunshine can get through unimpeded. The interior and exterior sills and frames are equally important, especially if you have pets. Sometime, the inside tracks do get overlooked. The cleaning supplies that you need to use for cleaning aluminum window frames are liquid dishwashing soap, a scrubbing sponge, and something with a small head or tip to clean out nooks and crannies. Once your window frames are dust and dirt free, feel free to oil them with a clear, non food based oil to keep your windows opening and closing smoothly.

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Leather Upholstery Care and Stain Removal

2005-06-15T04:17:00.000-07:00

Leather Upholstery Care and Stain Removal

We all love our leather furniture, but caring for it can be tough. To really protect the leather finish, clean your furniture with "real" soap products only. Use saddle soap, which comes in both aerosol form or on a paste. You can also use Ivory soap and water and just apply just the suds with a soft brush or cloth. Armor All will also work, particularly if your leather has tough stains.

Another great leather furniture tip - to keep leather supple, polish it once a month with a linseed oil and vinegar solution (use 2 parts oil to 1 part of vinegar).

You should not use any solvents or other cleaning solutions on leather. Stick to the basics and it will last you a lifetime!

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Gum Removal from Clothing

2005-06-10T12:10:00.000-07:00

Gum Removal from Clothing

If you have little kids, at some point, the biggest pitfall of chewing gum (it's stickiness) will rear its ugly head! To remove chewing gum from clothing, place the item in a plastic ziplock bag and then freeze it for an hour. Take it out of the freezer, and pull the fabric until you crack the gum. Chip off the pieces of gum with a dull knife or other flat object (nothing too sharp - we're trying to save the clothing, not destroy it).

If this doesn´t work, let the gum thaw and then dampen a cloth with dry-cleaning solution, lighter fluid, salad oil or peanut butter and rub this on the gum. You may need to use a degreaser or spot remover to remove the remover, but the gum will be out!

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Spring Cleaning Checklist

2005-06-07T05:23:00.000-07:00

Spring Cleaning Checklist

No one really *likes* to clean windows, but there is nothing like the bright sunshine that comes through a sparkling pane of glass. Standing on ladders or hanging outside your home to scrub away winter window dirt is neither easy, nor fun, but you can be efficient and get it done in a jiffy.

Here's a spring cleaning tip: To get your exterior windows to really sparkle, mix a solution of one part vinegar to one part water and put the solution into a spray bottle. This solution will dissolve the grit and grime. To minimize lint or fibers left on your window, try wiping them clean with a piece of newspaper, a coffee filter or a cloth baby diaper.

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Cleaning Fabric Blinds

2005-06-02T07:34:00.000-07:00

Cleaning Fabric Blinds

When it's time to clean the windows, don't forget to clean your window treatments as well. Fabric Blinds can be a cleaning challenge. When removing dust and cobwebs from your fabric blinds consider this window cleaning tip: Try using the hose attachment on your vacuum to remove dust. When you need to take the shades down for an extra throrough cleaning, follow the manufacturer's care instructions. If the fabric shades can be hand washed, you'll only need mild dishwashing liquid and warm water. Wash the shades in warm soapy water, and hang them out to dry. Rather than wringing the water out, roll them up in a towel, squeezing gently as you go, to remove excess water before hanging outside to dry.

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Permanent Marker Stain Removal

2005-05-31T05:12:00.000-07:00

Permanent Marker Stain Removal from Upholstery

If you have kids, chances are, marker and/or permanent marker may end up on your upholstery. If you need remove marker from your favorite couch or chair, vacuum the area to remove loose dirt or dust. You can try using rubbing alcohol or a hairspray (non oily variety)as your stain removing agent. Because you are working on upholstery, be very careful not to soak the fabric. Doing so may soak the stuffing and you may end up with both a stain and mildew. Apply small amounts at a time and blot carefully between applications.

Remember, it is not called "permanent" marker for no reason. Depending on how fresh the stain is, this method may not remove the stain completely.

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Brass Fixture Cleaning Tip

2005-05-31T05:06:00.000-07:00

Making Brass Polishing Less Arduous

If you have chosen Brass fixtures for your bathroom, they will look beautiful but they do require a certain amount of maintenance and cleaning. Although polishing brass might not be the most fun aspect of cleaning a bathroom, it doesn't have to be horrible. To shine your brass, cut a lemon in half and dip it in some sea salt. Rub this on the brass fixtures and wipe with a clean cloth. If you don't have a lemon or lemon juice close at hand, make a paste from vinegar, salt and flour. Rub the paste into the brass and dry it off with a thick cloth. Remember this: Before using a brass cleaning product, test it in a hidden area. Some brass cleaning products leave a film behind, or can damage your brass.

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Plastic Container Stain Removal

2005-05-23T05:22:00.000-07:00

Plastic Container Stain Removal

If you stored tomato based products, such as a pasta sauce, in a plastic tupperware container, you may have stained it red. Heating the pasta in the microwave using plasic containers, will stain them permanantly. Washing the containers may help, but most likely they are stained beyond repair.

To avoid stains, spray your plastic bowls or tupperware with a no stick cooking spray to keep them from getting stained from red sauces. In addition, don't place a tomato based product in the microwave if you are using a plastic container. Plastic is pourous, so the tomato gets embedded in the pores.

If your container is already stained your first option is to fill the bowl with hot water and drop in a couple of denture tablets. Leave this concoction for a couple of hours and when you come back the stains may be gone. You can also try giving your containers a soak in one part bleach to two parts of water. Give the bowls a thorough rinse, maybe even a run through in the microwave, before using again.

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Urine Stain and Odor Removal from Mattress

2005-05-17T05:03:00.000-07:00

Urine can seep into mattresses, deep within the surface area that can be easily cleaned. It is challenging to remove urine from inside a mattress, and without cleaning your mattress properly, you can create an ideal climate for bacteria and mold growth. Don't run out and replace your mattress right away. Your first step will be to blot up as much urine as possible with an absorbent cloth - white is preferable because you will be able to identify how much you are actually absorbing.

The newest cleaning products use peroxide and detergents to penetrate the stained area and to remove the stain and the odor. Spray a product such as PAWS - Pet Accident Washup Solution or Bio-OX Citrus Concentrate on the area, and allow it to soak into the mattress for approximately five minutes. Using a clean absorbent cloth, blot the area, for about a minute. Keep repeating this process until the mattress is dry. If you find that the mattress odor persists, repeat the process again.

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Wood Floor Maintenance

2005-05-10T11:20:00.000-07:00

You can keep most wood floors clean by sweeping or vacuuming and then damp mopping with clean water. You don't need much water - just rinse your mop thoroughly after each use since the excess water can dissolve protective floor coatings, potentially alter the color of the wood and may raise the grain to roughen the surface of the wood.

If your floors don't gather enough dirt to justify mopping every week, then you should not do it, as it will wear the wood floors faster. Sweeping is often all your floors need.

If you need to restore the shine of your wood floor after you get it clean, try damp mopping it with 1/2 cup vinegar and 2 tablespoons furniture polish in about one gallon of warm water. Vinegar is also useful for removing any soap residue or buildup.

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Removing Auto Interior Odors

2005-04-25T09:47:00.000-07:00

To remove an odor from your car's interior, the newest technology uses peroxide and detergents to penetrate the soiled area to remove stain and deactivate odors. Simply spray a product such as Bio-OX Citrus Concentrate on the soiled area, and then allow it to penetrate for approximately five minutes. Using a clean white absorbent cloth, blot the area, pressing down firmly (do not rub) for 30 seconds. Repeat this blotting process until the area is dry. Opening all doors to let air circulate will also help.

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2005-04-22T12:56:00.000-07:00

Removing Lime and Mineral Deposits

If you have lime deposits, or other mineral deposits, you can easily remove them using commercial cleaners that contain organic acids. You should avoid products that contain hydrochloride salts. If you want to try a home made alternative, try making a paste of hydrogen peroxide and cream of tartar or cream of tartar with vinegar, preferably white. Scrub the paste lightly into the lime or mineral stain and wait for the paste to dry. Rinse the area completely and buff it dry with a towel or cleaning rag.

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