Comments on: How to Keep Your Home Clean : Domestic Cleaning Supplies

By: HattieLovesCattie

HattieLovesCattie — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

Not all stores have …
Not all stores have the Windex Lime action spray.I had to go to 3 grocery stores before I found it.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

Exactly. That’s …
Exactly. That’s what I’m afraid of and that’s why I don’t use a whole lot of chemicals. She needs to be aware also that you cannot use bleach and Windex together in the same area because most Windex contains ammonia. Bleach and ammonia is a potentially lethal mix.

By: HattieLovesCattie

HattieLovesCattie — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

The soap I’m using …
The soap I’m using now is Ajax Lime liquid.I always use gloves when washing dishes as I have dry skin and use real hot water when rinsing.You could use Dawn if you wore rubber gloves.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

Yeah but it’s not …
Yeah but it’s not so good for your lungs and it’s especially bad if you have children or pets running about. If you’re going to be using a lot of bleach, be sure to vent the area you’re working it. It can be very damaging to the lungs.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

I have not tried …
I have not tried that. In fact, I didn’t know it existed. I’ll have to pick some up.

I also love apple scented dishwashing liquids because the aroma gives me a sense of elation. I really like Dawn dish liquid but, unfortunately, I’m allergic to it, so I use Palmolive products.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

The thing with …
The thing with bleach is that many people use far too much. Bleach is very powerful, as you stated, so you should only be using one cap full to every gallon of water. Although I have to say that I’m personally not a fan of bleach.

I also like to use all natural products. I use a lot of lemon juice and baking soda. The only chemicals I really use are Windex (because I hate the smell of vinegar) and The Works toilet bowl clean because it smells good and does a seriously good job.

By: HattieLovesCattie

HattieLovesCattie — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

I like Windex …
I like Windex too.Have your tried the Windex Lime Action spray?I love it.I also like the lime or green apple scented dishwashing liquids.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

I love your …
I love your suggestion about the damp rag instead of a dry duster. I have to use this method because my husband is an asthmatic.

By: xiala1980

xiala1980 — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

That does work …
That does work pretty well but I really dislike the smell of vinegar.

I like good ole Windex.

By: HattieLovesCattie

HattieLovesCattie — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:46:29 +0000

I spray some water …
I spray some water with more vinegar in a bottle.Works just as well.