Spring Spruce-Up Tip 19

by ShelterPop Staff, Posted Apr 29th 2010 8:03AM

Don't forget the corners! Photo: zingiwin, Flickr.

Tackle that hidden dirt-trap: Ceiling fans.

Clean your ceiling fans – you'll probably be surprised how dirty they are when you actually climb a ladder to do the job. First, make sure the fan and the light fixture are both turned off. Then use a microfiber cloth to dust off each blade. Next, dampen a second cloth with an all-purpose cleaner and wipe down each blade.

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Filed Under: Storage & Cleaning, Cleaning

Tags: spring-cleaning

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