Author Description

Squeezed lemon halves will clean faucets, drains, and sinks. Hanging mint or rosemary will keep cupboards fresh and insect free. A cloth wrung out in cold tea will erase fingerprints from polished wood. How to Clean Absolutely Everything shows you the most efficient and least toxic ways to keep your house and everything in it absolutely sparkling clean. Making the most of both old-fashioned knowledge and contemporary products, it offers a room-by-room guide to cleaning, a comprehensive stain directory and recipes for effective homemade cleaning products using everyday ingredients. With clear illustrations and plenty of good humor, this book is packed with practical advice for getting your home clean, and keeping it that way. Yvonne Worth was introduced to the art of cleanliness and efficiency while working in the test kitchens at Good Housekeeping magazine. Amanda Blinkhorn has contributed regularly to newspapers and women's consumer magazines, including the Daily Express, Essentials,and Practical Parenting.