HELPFUL HOUSECLEANING HINTS...
Windows:
Layers of dirty film on windows and screens provide a helpful filter
against harmful and aging rays from the sun. Call it an SPF factor of 15
and leave it alone.
Cobwebs:
Artfully draped over lampshades reduce the glare from the bulb,thereby
creating a romantic atmosphere. If someone points out that the light fixtures
need dusting, simply look confused and exclaim "What? And spoil the mood?"
(Or just throw glitter on them & call them holiday decorations.)
&nb sp; Pet Hair:
Explain the mound of pet hair brushed up against the doorways by
claiming you are collecting it there to use for stuffing hand-sewn play
animals for underprivileged children. (Also keeps out cold drafts in
winter.)
Guests:
If unexpected company is coming, pile everything unsightly into one
room and close the door. As you show your guests through your tidy home,
rattle the door knob vigorously, fake a growl and say, "I'd love you to
see our den, but Fluffy hates to be disturbed and the shots are SO
expensive."
Dusting:
If dusting is REALLY out of control, simply place a showy ur n on the
coffee table and insist that "This is where Grandma wanted us to scatter
her ashes."
General Cleaning:
Mix one-quarter cup pine-scented household cleaner with four cups of
water in a spray bottle. Mist the air lightly. Leave dampened rags in
conspicuous locations. Develop an exhausted look, throw yourself on the
couch and sigh, I clean and I clean and I still don't get anywhere." As
a last resort, light the oven, throw a teaspoon of cinnamon in a pie
pan, turn off oven and explain that you have been baking cookies for a
bake sale for a favorite charity and haven't had time to clean ... Works
every time.
Anothe r favorite, I think from Erma Bombeck
Always keep several get well cards on the mantle so if unexpected
guests arrive, you can say you've been sick and unable to clean.
Windows:
Layers of dirty film on windows and screens provide a helpful filter
against harmful and aging rays from the sun. Call it an SPF factor of 15
and leave it alone.
Cobwebs:
Artfully draped over lampshades reduce the glare from the bulb,thereby
creating a romantic atmosphere. If someone points out that the light fixtures
need dusting, simply look confused and exclaim "What? And spoil the mood?"
(Or just throw glitter on them & call them holiday decorations.)
&nb sp; Pet Hair:
Explain the mound of pet hair brushed up against the doorways by
claiming you are collecting it there to use for stuffing hand-sewn play
animals for underprivileged children. (Also keeps out cold drafts in
winter.)
Guests:
If unexpected company is coming, pile everything unsightly into one
room and close the door. As you show your guests through your tidy home,
rattle the door knob vigorously, fake a growl and say, "I'd love you to
see our den, but Fluffy hates to be disturbed and the shots are SO
expensive."
Dusting:
If dusting is REALLY out of control, simply place a showy ur n on the
coffee table and insist that "This is where Grandma wanted us to scatter
her ashes."
General Cleaning:
Mix one-quarter cup pine-scented household cleaner with four cups of
water in a spray bottle. Mist the air lightly. Leave dampened rags in
conspicuous locations. Develop an exhausted look, throw yourself on the
couch and sigh, I clean and I clean and I still don't get anywhere." As
a last resort, light the oven, throw a teaspoon of cinnamon in a pie
pan, turn off oven and explain that you have been baking cookies for a
bake sale for a favorite charity and haven't had time to clean ... Works
every time.
Anothe r favorite, I think from Erma Bombeck
Always keep several get well cards on the mantle so if unexpected
guests arrive, you can say you've been sick and unable to clean.
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