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Abrasive Cleaners


Wear off dirt, stains, tarnish and hard water deposits by rubbing; fine particles are less abrasive, coarse particles are more abrasive.

Cautions-Can scratch and damage surfaces, making smooth surfaces rough and thus harder to remove dirt from, in future cleaning.

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Activated Carbon Water Treatment


Activated carbon (AC) filters have been used in home water purification systems primarily to remove taste and odor. Taste and odor, although undesirable, are generally not considered unhealthy.
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Air Cleaning


In tighter, more energy-efficient buildings, pollutants are not as readily removed by natural ventilation. Filters or electronic air cleaners trap particulates (tiny particles) from the air flowing through them and recirculate the cleaned air back to the building interior.
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Alcoholic Beverage Stains on Hard Surface Floors


Rub with a cloth dampened in a solution of detergent and warm water. If the stain remains, rub it with a different cloth dampened with denatured alcohol.

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Aluminum and Vinyl Siding on Historic Buildings


A historic building is a product of the cultural heritage of its region, the technology of its period, the skill of its builders, and the materials used for its construction. To assist owners, developers and managers of historic property in planning and completing rehabilitation project work...
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Aluminum Characteristics


Aluminum is a light-weight metal with a bright silvery luster. Small amounts of other metals are added to aluminum to make harder alloys for most uses. Its affinity for oxygen makes it resistant to corrosion and attack by most chemicals. Most aluminum used in visible parts of appliances is lacquered or otherwise coated, anodized or painted.
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Aluminum Outdoor Furniture--Cleaning


Aluminum does not rust, but it will discolor and develop a pitted or rough surface. Aluminum is affected by air pollutants. The surface will appear to have fine grit stuck to the surface, but it will not wipe away easily. If you observe aluminum storm windows and screens which have been exposed to weather for a couple years you will see what happens to aluminum outdoor furniture; the surface has oxidized.
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Aluminum Utensils - Special Cleaning


Brighten aluminum utensils by cooking acid foods such as tomatoes, apples, or rhubarb or by boiling 1 to 2 teaspoons cream of tartar per quart of water OR 2 tablespoons vinegar per quart of water for 10 minutes in the pan.
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Aluminum Utensils-Care


Alkaline foods or water and some dishwasher detergents may leave a dark film on the surface of aluminum pans. This is harmless but not pleasing to the eye. Salty foods allowed to stand in pans may pit the metal. Pitted pans are safe to cook in, but hard to clean.
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Aluminum Utensils-Cleaning


Wash in warm water using mild soap or detergent. Soaking pans in strong detergents, alkalies, and alkaline scouring powders causes discoloration. Do not use even mild alkali, such as baking soda to soak aluminum pans. Do not use harsh abrasives or scouring powders.
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