Follow these quick spiff-up tips for
stained or scuffed footwear now,
and be a step ahead next season.
BIGGEST CHALLENGES:
Telltale road-salt staines on leather
Black scuff on leather or rubber
Dirty, flattened suede.
FAST FIXES
1. Banish salt lines : If your town fights icy
streets with road salt, you've surely had
"ring around the shoe," a white salt line that
appears when leather dries. Desalting products,
available at shoe-repair shops, are one option,
but it's just as easy to mix an at-home cleaner of
equal parts white vinegar and water. Soak a micro-
fiber cloth in the solution and dab the shoe. Rinse with a
water dampened micro-fiber cloth, and wipe with a dry
towel. Let the shoes dry, away from radiators or
other heat sources, which can make leather
brittle. Finally, buff with a soft micro-fiber cloth.
2. Erase scuffs: You might be tempted to scrub
at ugly black marks on leather, but they
need a lighter touch: Dip a micro-fiber cloth in water,
then baking soda, and rub the spots gently. For
rubber boots, follow the same process. Once spots are
gone, wipe the footwear with a clean, damp micro-
fiber cloth and buff dry.
3. Be suede smart: The wet cleaning remedies
that work for smooth leather aren't good for suede,
which needs to stay dry so it doesn't lose its
texture. Instead, quickly rub off overall dirt with
a kneadable eraser. (grab one from your kid's
art box), or just lightly sand away obvious stains with
an emery board. To raise the nap of suede that's flattened,
scrub briskly with a clean toothbrush or micro-fiber cloth.
If it's really matted, hold the shoe a few inches above
the spout of a steaming tea kettle for a few seconds,
then brush up the nap.
MAKE IT EASIER NEXT TIME
To keep pesky salt lines from forming, take
action as soon as possible once indoors: Before
your shoes dry off, dampen the entire leather
upper with a wet sponge, then stuff the shoe
with newspaper to help hold the shape.
Before you wear shoes and boots in messy
weather for the first time, spray them with a
water-repellent coating, which works on
both suede and leather. Spray again during
the season, after cleaning.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
COMPANY COMING AND NO TIME TO CLEAN!
Fastest Fixes
First Overhall Your Front Hall. Grab a laundry bas-
ket, storage bin, or large shopping bag to
serve as a junk receptacle, plus a plastic gro-
cery bag and microfiber cloth. Load up your
bin with any shoes, gloves, or hats that litter
the foyer. Stash hall-table clutter that could
get lost (mail,keys) in the plastic bag; put the
bag into the bin. While you're near the door,
shake doormats outside. Flip on the light for
an indoor cobweb check; flick webs off with
the cloth (don't worry about the ones too high
up-chances are, visitors won't notice them
once they see your smiling face). Take your
bin, and keep moving. (3 minutes).
Next stop! Putting your living room in order
where guests will hang out most. Keep
filling the bin with kids' toys, newspapers,
and anything else that doesn't need to be
here. Run your microfiber cloth over the cof-
fee table and other dusty surfaces, like the TV
screen. Pile magazines or books into neat
stacks on the end tables; gather all of the stray
remotes in one place. Plump up throw pillows
and chair cushions (even easier: flip the latter,
if possible). Use a clean corner of the micro-
fiber cloth to nab any obvious clumps of pet
hair or dust stuck to upholstery or carpeting.
Drape throws to hide dingy chair arms or
furniture stains. Drop off the bin in the laun-
dry room or a nearby bedroom, or hide it in a
closet; swap the microfiber cloth for a few paper
towels and move on to the bathroom. (4 minutes)
Fake a Super-Clean Bathroom; Tuck
stuff from the vanity into the cabinet
or drawers, and close the shower door or
pull your shower curtain closed. ( sure, nosy guests
may still snoop inside, but at least you've cut
down on visual clutter). Wet a microfiber cloth
to both clean and shine, and wipe down mirror, faucet, sink
and countertop. Use a paper towel that you might throw away to
go over your toilet's seat and rim. Clean up spots and hair
from the floor with more paper towels, and throw them away.
Finally, put out some fresh hand towels. Make a trip to the
kitchen with the wastebasket to dump it into the larger
trash can. (5 minutes). Now you are ready for your guests.
First Overhall Your Front Hall. Grab a laundry bas-
ket, storage bin, or large shopping bag to
serve as a junk receptacle, plus a plastic gro-
cery bag and microfiber cloth. Load up your
bin with any shoes, gloves, or hats that litter
the foyer. Stash hall-table clutter that could
get lost (mail,keys) in the plastic bag; put the
bag into the bin. While you're near the door,
shake doormats outside. Flip on the light for
an indoor cobweb check; flick webs off with
the cloth (don't worry about the ones too high
up-chances are, visitors won't notice them
once they see your smiling face). Take your
bin, and keep moving. (3 minutes).
Next stop! Putting your living room in order
where guests will hang out most. Keep
filling the bin with kids' toys, newspapers,
and anything else that doesn't need to be
here. Run your microfiber cloth over the cof-
fee table and other dusty surfaces, like the TV
screen. Pile magazines or books into neat
stacks on the end tables; gather all of the stray
remotes in one place. Plump up throw pillows
and chair cushions (even easier: flip the latter,
if possible). Use a clean corner of the micro-
fiber cloth to nab any obvious clumps of pet
hair or dust stuck to upholstery or carpeting.
Drape throws to hide dingy chair arms or
furniture stains. Drop off the bin in the laun-
dry room or a nearby bedroom, or hide it in a
closet; swap the microfiber cloth for a few paper
towels and move on to the bathroom. (4 minutes)
Fake a Super-Clean Bathroom; Tuck
stuff from the vanity into the cabinet
or drawers, and close the shower door or
pull your shower curtain closed. ( sure, nosy guests
may still snoop inside, but at least you've cut
down on visual clutter). Wet a microfiber cloth
to both clean and shine, and wipe down mirror, faucet, sink
and countertop. Use a paper towel that you might throw away to
go over your toilet's seat and rim. Clean up spots and hair
from the floor with more paper towels, and throw them away.
Finally, put out some fresh hand towels. Make a trip to the
kitchen with the wastebasket to dump it into the larger
trash can. (5 minutes). Now you are ready for your guests.
OUT OF SIGHT, OUT OF MIND - NOOKS
Yes, even I forget to dust
these types of places: tops of
tall furniture, appliances, and
wall art, ceiling corners and
vents. If it's just plain dust I'm
cleaning, my secret weapon
is the vacuum. I stand on a
sturdy step stool and, using
the upholstery attachment
with the brush, suck up as
much dust as possible (and
it can be a lot) from, say, a
bookcase or an armoire top.
Then I go over the area with
a microfiber cloth, if needed.
For really high-up or more
delicate dusting, like areas
of the ceiling or frames
of paintings, I take either a
yardstick or a broom, cover
the end with old panty hose
or a t-shirt, and slide it
along the surface to gather
dust. If cobwebs in corners
are a problem, a fun hint is to
put a tennis ball in a panty
hose leg and bounce it up
against the corner-- it pulls
off dust and cobwebs but
won't hurt the surface. In the
kitchen where the dust is
more like grime from kitchen
fumes, I use a little soap
and water (to cut grease) on
my microfiber cloth and wipe,
following with a clean damp-
ened microfiber cloth, Remember
to fold your microfiber cloths
in half, and then in fouths and use
both sides of the cloth, which will
give you 8 clean surfaces to clean
with.
Just thought you might like to know!
these types of places: tops of
tall furniture, appliances, and
wall art, ceiling corners and
vents. If it's just plain dust I'm
cleaning, my secret weapon
is the vacuum. I stand on a
sturdy step stool and, using
the upholstery attachment
with the brush, suck up as
much dust as possible (and
it can be a lot) from, say, a
bookcase or an armoire top.
Then I go over the area with
a microfiber cloth, if needed.
For really high-up or more
delicate dusting, like areas
of the ceiling or frames
of paintings, I take either a
yardstick or a broom, cover
the end with old panty hose
or a t-shirt, and slide it
along the surface to gather
dust. If cobwebs in corners
are a problem, a fun hint is to
put a tennis ball in a panty
hose leg and bounce it up
against the corner-- it pulls
off dust and cobwebs but
won't hurt the surface. In the
kitchen where the dust is
more like grime from kitchen
fumes, I use a little soap
and water (to cut grease) on
my microfiber cloth and wipe,
following with a clean damp-
ened microfiber cloth, Remember
to fold your microfiber cloths
in half, and then in fouths and use
both sides of the cloth, which will
give you 8 clean surfaces to clean
with.
Just thought you might like to know!
Saturday, March 6, 2010
TIME TO CLEAN THE FRIDGE & FREEZER
Usually, I clean as I go-if
I see a spill, I grab a sponge
to wipe it up right then.
Before going to the grocer,
I clean out the veggie bin.
And periodically, I wipe
the door seal and gasket
with a damp microfiber
cloth ( just water; anything
caustic can damage the
rubber), and vacuum the
coils at the back-dust can
clog the motor. But since
my office mini fridge isn't
self-defrosting, it takes
a bit more work-so I set
aside a few hours. After
I unplug and empty it out
(food goes into a cooler),
I tuck a thick layer of
newspaper and old bath
towels around the base,
shut the door, and let it
stand.When I hear the
caked-on ice drop, I sponge
the walls with baking soda
and water, and rinse and dry
with a microfiber cloth. How
easy is that. The towels go
into the washer, newspapers
in the trash, and I am done.
I see a spill, I grab a sponge
to wipe it up right then.
Before going to the grocer,
I clean out the veggie bin.
And periodically, I wipe
the door seal and gasket
with a damp microfiber
cloth ( just water; anything
caustic can damage the
rubber), and vacuum the
coils at the back-dust can
clog the motor. But since
my office mini fridge isn't
self-defrosting, it takes
a bit more work-so I set
aside a few hours. After
I unplug and empty it out
(food goes into a cooler),
I tuck a thick layer of
newspaper and old bath
towels around the base,
shut the door, and let it
stand.When I hear the
caked-on ice drop, I sponge
the walls with baking soda
and water, and rinse and dry
with a microfiber cloth. How
easy is that. The towels go
into the washer, newspapers
in the trash, and I am done.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
WITH A LITTLE TLC, LEATHER PIECES CAN LAST A LIFETIME.
If you have children, or pets who love to
jump up on your leather couch and watch TV,
your furniture and accessories may need extra
attention. Here's how I care for my leather.
First off, remember that it's a skin- so don't
over-scrub or use abrasive or caustic cleaners.
On smooth leather (not suede, which you can
spot clean gently with an artgum eraser). I use a
microfiber cloth dampened with water; this also
works for spills, which should be wiped up right
away to prevent stains. If the leather needs more
than a wipe-down, I use some baby shampoo
diluted with water. ( 1 teaspoon per quart of water).
Dip your mircrofiber cloth in the mix, wipe in circles
one way, then the other. Wet a clean microfiber
cloth with water to wipe off, and buff dry
For oily stains, I grab flour or cornstarch, cover the
area, and pat it in to absorb the oil; this may require
a few applications. Then I dust off the powder with
another microfiiber cloth, or suck it off with my vacuum.
For pen marks, there are many variables: leather type
and age, ink type , and how long the stain has been there.
Try rubbing with a cotton swab moistened with a little
shampoo and water, and see if the stain lifts. These are
trickly- you may need to call a pro.
jump up on your leather couch and watch TV,
your furniture and accessories may need extra
attention. Here's how I care for my leather.
First off, remember that it's a skin- so don't
over-scrub or use abrasive or caustic cleaners.
On smooth leather (not suede, which you can
spot clean gently with an artgum eraser). I use a
microfiber cloth dampened with water; this also
works for spills, which should be wiped up right
away to prevent stains. If the leather needs more
than a wipe-down, I use some baby shampoo
diluted with water. ( 1 teaspoon per quart of water).
Dip your mircrofiber cloth in the mix, wipe in circles
one way, then the other. Wet a clean microfiber
cloth with water to wipe off, and buff dry
For oily stains, I grab flour or cornstarch, cover the
area, and pat it in to absorb the oil; this may require
a few applications. Then I dust off the powder with
another microfiiber cloth, or suck it off with my vacuum.
For pen marks, there are many variables: leather type
and age, ink type , and how long the stain has been there.
Try rubbing with a cotton swab moistened with a little
shampoo and water, and see if the stain lifts. These are
trickly- you may need to call a pro.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
11 Ways To Bring On Spring
11 Ways to Bring On Spring
Want your place to feel fresh in a flash? Here's how:
1. Gather Up Throw Rugs:
and take them outside for a good
shake. Then air them on a clothes-
line or railing for several hours.
2. Buy a Few Potted Plants:
(pansies and gerber daisies will be
flowering soon), and tuck them into
nicer pots. It's still too chilly for planting,
but meantime you can enjoy their pretty
petals.
3. Do a Quick Fridge and Freezer Clear-out
to make room for springtime fare and
plan to eat up any frozen stews and soups.
4. Switch From Tablecloths:
to place mats, and arrange a bowl of
fruit or a vase of fresh flowers in the
middle of the kitchen table. The mats
are easier to keep clean-plus, if your table
looks set, it's a less likely landing pad for
mail and other clutter.
5. Ditch Grungy Kitchen Sponges: in favor
of cheery, colorful ones. Heck, splurge
on a nice dish liquid too.
6. Once Easter and Passover:
have, well, passed, most of your roasting
days are over until autumn. So self-
clean the oven some weekend- its still cool
enough that you won't swelter, and you'll be
ready (and feeling smug) come the holiday
season in the fall.
7. De-Funk Your Fabrics:
wash the mattress pad, pillow coverings
and pillows from everyone's bed (all pillow
types except foam can go into the washer,
but check the labels for specific laundering
instructions). Then do a second load with
your bath mat, shower curtains, and even the
curtain liner on the gentle cycle in hot water.
8. Fresh Lemons Smell Clean:
so try this: Cut one in half, put the pieces in a
microwave safe bowl with water to cover, and
cook on high for two to three minutes. The
steam will soften hardened food inside the
oven while you enjoy the citrus scent, Then
grate the fruit in the garbage disposal to eliminate
any musty odor and greasy gunk.
9. In The Bathroom:
see if your loofah or toothbrush needs
replacing . You should get a new brush every
three months and a new scrubber every 30 days,
but toss immediately if the bristles are frayed
or the loofah is mildewy. Also, check the cabinet
for expired cold medicines and trash them.
10. Wipe Down Your Computer Screen:
with a lightly dampened microfiber cloth.
Do the same with the mouse pad, then load
a fun wallpaper on the screen.
11. Take Plastic Garbage Cans Outside:
for a quick hosing out, and leave them upside
down to dry. Then sprinkle the bottoms with
baking soda to keep cans odor free.
Want your place to feel fresh in a flash? Here's how:
1. Gather Up Throw Rugs:
and take them outside for a good
shake. Then air them on a clothes-
line or railing for several hours.
2. Buy a Few Potted Plants:
(pansies and gerber daisies will be
flowering soon), and tuck them into
nicer pots. It's still too chilly for planting,
but meantime you can enjoy their pretty
petals.
3. Do a Quick Fridge and Freezer Clear-out
to make room for springtime fare and
plan to eat up any frozen stews and soups.
4. Switch From Tablecloths:
to place mats, and arrange a bowl of
fruit or a vase of fresh flowers in the
middle of the kitchen table. The mats
are easier to keep clean-plus, if your table
looks set, it's a less likely landing pad for
mail and other clutter.
5. Ditch Grungy Kitchen Sponges: in favor
of cheery, colorful ones. Heck, splurge
on a nice dish liquid too.
6. Once Easter and Passover:
have, well, passed, most of your roasting
days are over until autumn. So self-
clean the oven some weekend- its still cool
enough that you won't swelter, and you'll be
ready (and feeling smug) come the holiday
season in the fall.
7. De-Funk Your Fabrics:
wash the mattress pad, pillow coverings
and pillows from everyone's bed (all pillow
types except foam can go into the washer,
but check the labels for specific laundering
instructions). Then do a second load with
your bath mat, shower curtains, and even the
curtain liner on the gentle cycle in hot water.
8. Fresh Lemons Smell Clean:
so try this: Cut one in half, put the pieces in a
microwave safe bowl with water to cover, and
cook on high for two to three minutes. The
steam will soften hardened food inside the
oven while you enjoy the citrus scent, Then
grate the fruit in the garbage disposal to eliminate
any musty odor and greasy gunk.
9. In The Bathroom:
see if your loofah or toothbrush needs
replacing . You should get a new brush every
three months and a new scrubber every 30 days,
but toss immediately if the bristles are frayed
or the loofah is mildewy. Also, check the cabinet
for expired cold medicines and trash them.
10. Wipe Down Your Computer Screen:
with a lightly dampened microfiber cloth.
Do the same with the mouse pad, then load
a fun wallpaper on the screen.
11. Take Plastic Garbage Cans Outside:
for a quick hosing out, and leave them upside
down to dry. Then sprinkle the bottoms with
baking soda to keep cans odor free.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
GERM PROOF YOUR HOME
Get a Grip on handles, some of the germiest
places in the house are the hot spots every-
one touches: door knobs, faucet levers, appli-
ance handles, etc. Bacteria and viruses can live
on these for up to 48 hours. Zap them with
surface-disinfecting sprays that are EPA-
registered (check the labels)-products that kill
the influenza A virus on hard surfaces will
also be effective against the H1N1 flu strain.
But note: The area should be clean of visible
dirt or gunk and needs to stay wet with the
disinfectant for the length of time listed on the
label-if it dries quickly, do a second pass.
Germs are killed during evaporation, so let
air-dry. For no-wet items, like remote controls,
light switches, or phones, saturate a cotton ball
with rubbing alcohol; squeeze out and swab
surfaces carefully so no liquid gets inside.
Do A Bed Check
While plenty of rest helps cure a
cold, it also leaves bedding and sofa
accessories in need of a good washing. Scoop
up sheets and pillowcases, as well as bathroom
towels, and launder them in hot water. To dry,
choose the antibacterial cycle, if your dryer
has one; otherwise use the highest tempera-
ture setting. For sofa pillows, throws and cov-
ers, launder according to label directions (for
nonwashable fabrics, spritz with a fabric-safe
disinfectant spray, but test in a hidden spot
first). Wash your hands after touching soiled
linens. Because bacteria can remain in the
washer, it's a good idea to de-bug the machine
by running a normal hot-water cycle (minus
clothes) with a dose of bleach added.
places in the house are the hot spots every-
one touches: door knobs, faucet levers, appli-
ance handles, etc. Bacteria and viruses can live
on these for up to 48 hours. Zap them with
surface-disinfecting sprays that are EPA-
registered (check the labels)-products that kill
the influenza A virus on hard surfaces will
also be effective against the H1N1 flu strain.
But note: The area should be clean of visible
dirt or gunk and needs to stay wet with the
disinfectant for the length of time listed on the
label-if it dries quickly, do a second pass.
Germs are killed during evaporation, so let
air-dry. For no-wet items, like remote controls,
light switches, or phones, saturate a cotton ball
with rubbing alcohol; squeeze out and swab
surfaces carefully so no liquid gets inside.
Do A Bed Check
While plenty of rest helps cure a
cold, it also leaves bedding and sofa
accessories in need of a good washing. Scoop
up sheets and pillowcases, as well as bathroom
towels, and launder them in hot water. To dry,
choose the antibacterial cycle, if your dryer
has one; otherwise use the highest tempera-
ture setting. For sofa pillows, throws and cov-
ers, launder according to label directions (for
nonwashable fabrics, spritz with a fabric-safe
disinfectant spray, but test in a hidden spot
first). Wash your hands after touching soiled
linens. Because bacteria can remain in the
washer, it's a good idea to de-bug the machine
by running a normal hot-water cycle (minus
clothes) with a dose of bleach added.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Rethink Your Routines
Morning Rush
Lay clothes out the night before.
Make sure there are no spots, rips
loose buttons or other poblems.
Set the breakfast table after
dinner. Put out bowls, spoons and
the cereal selection.
Fill the coffeemaker with water
and put coffee in the basket.
Change wakeup times. To make
getting ready more efficient, stagger
when the kids get up. As one goes
into the bathroom, the other can
finish gettting dressed.
Fill the gas tank at night. It
eliminates a last-minute stop, and
if gasoline gets on your hands or
clothes, it doesn't matter-you're on
your way home, not to work
Errands
Arrange to have your paycheck
directly deposited into your bank
account and start online banking
to avoid time-consuming trips
to the bank.
Keep road maps, a phone book,
paper towels and baby wipes in the
car to avoid unnecessary stops.
Set up an errand co-op with
friends. One person goes to the
post-office, another to the pet
store and a third to the hardware
store while one babysits for
everyone.
Give older kids a list of items
to find on shelves when grocery
shopping. It speeds things up and
gives them something to do.
Lay clothes out the night before.
Make sure there are no spots, rips
loose buttons or other poblems.
Set the breakfast table after
dinner. Put out bowls, spoons and
the cereal selection.
Fill the coffeemaker with water
and put coffee in the basket.
Change wakeup times. To make
getting ready more efficient, stagger
when the kids get up. As one goes
into the bathroom, the other can
finish gettting dressed.
Fill the gas tank at night. It
eliminates a last-minute stop, and
if gasoline gets on your hands or
clothes, it doesn't matter-you're on
your way home, not to work
Errands
Arrange to have your paycheck
directly deposited into your bank
account and start online banking
to avoid time-consuming trips
to the bank.
Keep road maps, a phone book,
paper towels and baby wipes in the
car to avoid unnecessary stops.
Set up an errand co-op with
friends. One person goes to the
post-office, another to the pet
store and a third to the hardware
store while one babysits for
everyone.
Give older kids a list of items
to find on shelves when grocery
shopping. It speeds things up and
gives them something to do.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Carpet Cleaning
Routine Care and Cleaning
For routine care, a vaccum cleaner is your most important
tool. Vaccum at least weekly, more often where there is heavy
traffic. Purists may advise you to go over a section of carpet-
ing eight times to get it completely clean, but if you vaccum
reguarly you will probably find that a couple of swipes back
and forth are sufficient. You can vaccum a new rug as soon as
it is laid. It is normal for new carpeting to shed a lot of fluff.
Move and vaccum beneath furniture every six months or
once a year if possible. More frequently, use special attach-
ments to reach under furniture and to clean the edges of a
carpeted room. Vaccum the backs of rugs occasionally.
Set the vaccum to the correct level of suction for your car-
pet. Deep-pile carpeting needs a different setting than a flat-
weave rug. Some vaccums adjust automatically. Some small,
lightweight items-among them pine needles, threads, and
pet hairs- are difficult to vaccum up. If your vaccum cleaner's
attachments don't do the job, use a lint roller, or wrap your
hand with packing tape with the sticky side out and "blot" up
the elusive materials. To prevent the fringe on the edge of a
rug from being sucked up into the vaccum cleaner, use an
attachment with an old nylon stocking over the nozzle.
Change the vaccum cleaner bag when it becomes full. An
overstuffed bag impairs a vaccum's ability to clean. Don't
reuse bags because old ones don't trap dust, their pores can
plug up with dirt and severely restrict air flow, and they
eventually tear. Some newer-model upright vaccum clean-
ers have, instead of a bag, a dirt-collection container that
lets you see when it is full. To minimize mess when empty-
ing the container, place a plastic garbage bag over the open-
ing before tilting the unit.
For routine care, a vaccum cleaner is your most important
tool. Vaccum at least weekly, more often where there is heavy
traffic. Purists may advise you to go over a section of carpet-
ing eight times to get it completely clean, but if you vaccum
reguarly you will probably find that a couple of swipes back
and forth are sufficient. You can vaccum a new rug as soon as
it is laid. It is normal for new carpeting to shed a lot of fluff.
Move and vaccum beneath furniture every six months or
once a year if possible. More frequently, use special attach-
ments to reach under furniture and to clean the edges of a
carpeted room. Vaccum the backs of rugs occasionally.
Set the vaccum to the correct level of suction for your car-
pet. Deep-pile carpeting needs a different setting than a flat-
weave rug. Some vaccums adjust automatically. Some small,
lightweight items-among them pine needles, threads, and
pet hairs- are difficult to vaccum up. If your vaccum cleaner's
attachments don't do the job, use a lint roller, or wrap your
hand with packing tape with the sticky side out and "blot" up
the elusive materials. To prevent the fringe on the edge of a
rug from being sucked up into the vaccum cleaner, use an
attachment with an old nylon stocking over the nozzle.
Change the vaccum cleaner bag when it becomes full. An
overstuffed bag impairs a vaccum's ability to clean. Don't
reuse bags because old ones don't trap dust, their pores can
plug up with dirt and severely restrict air flow, and they
eventually tear. Some newer-model upright vaccum clean-
ers have, instead of a bag, a dirt-collection container that
lets you see when it is full. To minimize mess when empty-
ing the container, place a plastic garbage bag over the open-
ing before tilting the unit.
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