PARK WEST CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
This comprehensive and consistent guide, based on the personal experience of company employees, will help you avoid common mistakes when cleaning and improve your skills and speed of work.


General rules
These rules apply to all cleaning areas and types. They are not about details, but about the general approach and attitude to the work!

Client's comfort
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Effort is the best tool in your caddy







Compatibility matrix
Prevent damage to surfaces by using improper cleaning tools
Microfiber rag
Green Tile scrub
Plastic Blade
Comet + brush
Bioclean
Steel wool
Catalytic enamel
inside the oven






Stone and marble
countertops






Tile and ceramic
bath walls and sink






Acrylic
bathroom tubs






Glass
shower doors






Steel
kitchen sink, cooktop






Natural or painted wood
cabinets






Chrome metal
faucets and fridge handles






Plastic
oven knobs and
kitchen appliances






Plaster
walls






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Cleaning guide
These rules apply to all cleaning areas and types. They are not about details, but about the general approach and attitude to the work!
KITCHEN
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Green Tile scrub
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Microfiber rag
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Small brush
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Plastic razor
Chemicals
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Easy Off
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AP Cleaner
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Comet
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Stainless Steel
Extra help
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Steel wool
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Dish Soap
The kitchen is a place where it is easy to ruin surfaces. Steel, chrome, plastic - all of this can be easily scratched. Be careful, use soft tools first and only for particular stains resort to stronger supplies.
The kitchen is a place where it is easy to ruin surfaces. Steel, chrome, plastic - all of this can be easily scratched. Be careful, use soft tools first and only for particular stains resort to stronger supplies.
Key points of cleaning success
Because of grime on surfaces and a huge amount of small Kitchen items (toaster, salt and pepper, etc.) that should be moved during the cleaning process, this area is most labor-consuming.

Point one
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Firstly remove all sensitive objects as far as possible from the cleaning area - don't let the chemicals come into contact with food (no matter if it's bananas, spices or bottled oils).

Point two
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Start cleaning with the most time-consuming areas: stove, microwave, and fan hood.

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While finishing area cleaning, move to upper surfaces first, to avoid dripping smudges and splashes onto already washed surfaces.

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Don’t be afraid of ugly work here – cleaning the trash can or dusty vent grid of the fridge is unpleasant, but a very valuable job!
Step by step approach
In most cases, the Kitchen is the main reason why people sign up for our services.
Because of grime on surfaces and a huge amount of small Kitchen items (toaster, salt and pepper, etc.) that should be moved during the cleaning process, this area is most labor-consuming.
Remove all stove grates,burner tops and grease collecting trays.
If it’s possible – place them in the sink and soak in hot water with Dish soap.
If Sink is unusable for this – place them on some surface and spray Easy Off.
Leave them for a few minutes. During this time you can clean the stove surface and hood.
Apply Easy Off and clean with a Microfiber rag.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to not turn-on the gas while removing. Also keep your eye on the small metal fitting ring that can be used to hold burner knobs tightly.
Be careful with holes under the gas burner knobs.
Spray Easy Off on the stove surface.
Use Green Tile Scrub and Small brush and Plastic blade to remove all grease spots.
Use a Microfiber rag to wipe the surface down and remove all foam and crumbs.
Repeat again with left grime spots.
IMPORTANT: Be careful with holes under gas burner knobs. Don’t let liquid get there - may short-circuit the contact and the clicker will be clicking. Nothing terrible, after full dry it will return to normal, but can continue for a few hours.
Spray Easy Off on the fan hood
Use a Microfiber rag to clean the surface, removing all grease and dust.
Spray Easy Off on Green Tile Scrub and clean the lower planes of the hood until remove all grease spots and smudges.
Use Small brush to clean little elements, like fan Switches and surface seams.
Wipe all surfaces down with a Microfiber rag.
IMPORTANT: On the Steel surfaces of the stove or hood, the inscriptions (Like fan speed or temperature) can be very gentle and easily removed. Use Microfiber rag only in these areas and be very careful.
When done – use Microfiber rag to wipe the surface until it is dry and spotless.
IMPORTANT: Be careful with holes under gas burner knobs. Don’t let liquid get there - may short-circuit the contact and the clicker will be clicking. Nothing terrible, after full dry it will return to normal, but can continue for a few hours.
Spray Easy off on all inside surfaces and doors. Don’t forget the top-side.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean the internal space.
Use Small brush to get the corners, pulling crumbs and debris off.
IMPORTANT: Check all hidden and movable elements (sides, hinges). Clean every element you are able to reach.
Spray Easy off on the glass plate.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean it.
Spray Easy off on the top side, where the vent grid is located.
Use Small brush to clean this grid. Finish with a Microfiber rag.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean it. Pay attention to between elements, seams and buttons.
Spray Easy off on the front surface
Spray Easy Off on the sink and faucets and countertop around.
Use Green Tile Scrub to clean them.
Use Small brush to clean the seam under the countertop.
Add Comet to help remove gunk and grime.
If the countertop around and on faucets has hard water buildup, use Bioclean and Small brush to clean it out.
Use Plastic blade to remove it in hard to reach places.
For white enamel sink surface use Comet and Small brush to remove yellow stains.
Use Small brush to clean the drain hole and food-catcher.
If there are utensils in the sink that need to be cleaned, use Green Tile Scrub to clean them while the sink is not finished yet (sponge stand or dish drying rack).
Use a wet Microfiber rag to remove all muddy foam.
Use a new Microfiber rag to wipe surfaces dry.
When done – use Microfiber rag to wipe the surface until it is dry and spotless.
IMPORTANT: If the sink is made from steel, use a dry Microfiber rag and Windex to eliminate all stains and glare.
Spray Easy Off on the surfaces.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean all spats. Use your palm to check the surface for sticky spots or stuck crumbs.
Use a clean Microfiber rag to make the surface dry and stainless.
Check every panel for small splurges and spots.
Spray Easy Off on Microfiber rag and remove them.
IMPORTANT: Do not let the chemical sit on the wood for more than a few seconds.
Spray Easy Off on Microfiber rag and remove it.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean all surfaces and cabinets door handles, until all stains and glare will be removed.
When main kitchen elements are done, check all apartment spaces for trash (bathrooms, office).
Place all found trash into the main trash bag from the kitchen and place it close to the exit or outside if possible.
Use Easy Off and Microfiber rag to clean all possible areas and elements.
Remove all stains.
Usually, trash bags are stored under the sink. If no – ask the client.
IMPORTANT: After trash bin cleaning it’s a good idea to change your gloves.
At the very end of kitchen cleaning spray Stainless Steel Cleaner on all steel surfaces and wipe them down with a clean Microfiber rag until all the stains and glare disappear.
BATHROOM
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Green Tile scrub
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Microfiber rag
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Long-handle brush
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Plastic razor
Chemicals
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Scrubbing bubbles
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Windex
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Comet
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Lysol Power Toilet
Extra help
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Bioclean
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Lime a Way
Every overlooked detail in the bathroom can attract the client's attention. Be especially diligent and attentive in this area.
Every overlooked detail in the bathroom can attract the client's attention. Be especially diligent and attentive in this area.
Key points of cleaning success
When cleaning the bathroom, it is important to pay special attention to personal belongings and hygiene items. Move them gently and take a control over surface where to place them while cleaning.

Point one
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Start cleaning with the most time-consuming areas - shower in most cases.

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Then go to the bathtub, wash basin, mirrors, and shelves, then to the toilet and baseboards.

Point three
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Take out all mats to prevent their moisture. Hang them on the door and manually with your hands, pull off any visible hair. It helps to shake them out first.

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Before cleaning, remove any towels that may be splashed. Place them back, folded three times before hanging. Folding hotel style.

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When moving aside personal belongings, be sure that hygiene items (toothbrushes, razors, cosmetic accessories) do not touch dirty surfaces.
Step by step approach
Take out all cosmetics bottles, soap, washcloths, etc.
Remember what was where, generally, does not have to be in the exact same order.
Check all walls, shelves, and floor for the mold (mostly it’s in seams between tiles and in the corners).
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Long-handle brush to remove it.
IMPORTANT: If it’s not going out in the corners – it can be under the silicone waterproofing stripes. Leave it as it is and tell the Client about this issue.
Check all walls and floors for soap smudges.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Green tile scrub to remove them.
Clean a floor stock from hair and use the Long-handle brush.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on all faucets.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Green tile scrub to clean them.
If there is a Shower hose – use it to wash away dirt and chemicals.
If not – use a wet Microfiber rag to remove all muddy foam.
Use a new Microfiber rag to wipe surfaces dry.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on inside glass and clean it with Green Tile scrub.
Use a wet Microfiber rag to clean a surface.
If glass still looks muddy, add a Bio Clean on Green Tile Scrub, spray Scrubbing bubbles on glass and clean it again.
Spray Windex on the outside of shower glasses.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean a surface.
Spray Windex on the inside of shower glasses.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean a surface.
Use a dry Microfiber rag to finish glass cleaning.
IMPORTANT: You can wait a few minutes after the glass is cleaned and use a few Microfiber rags folded together to eliminate all stains and glare. Try to look from different angles to the glass surface to see if some areas require more polishing.
Spray a little Windex on the Microfiber rag and wipe down faucets until glance.
If cosmetics bottles are in soap stains – wash them with Scrubbing bubbles and Microfiber rag.
Place them back in a shower case on their places. Try to make a visual order.
Wash a plastic water catcher using Scrubbing bubbles, Long-handle brush and Green Tile Scrub.
The goal is to clean inside all grooves along it. When cleaned – place it back on the door.
Take out all cosmetics bottles, soap, washcloths, etc. Remember what was where.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on tub surface and faucets.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Green Tile Scrub to clean them.
If the tub surface has yellow-red spots or dried soap stains, sprinkle Comet powder, block the stock and add a little water.
Use a Long-handle brush to remove all stains and make the surface as white as possible. Repeat twice if required.
If there is a Shower hose – use it to wash away dirt and chemicals. If not – use a wet Microfiber rag to remove all muddy foam.
Use a new Microfiber rag to wipe surfaces dry.
If cosmetics bottles are in soap stains – wash them with Scrubbing bubbles and Microfiber rag.
Place them back in a shower case on their places. Try to make a visual order.
Take out all cosmetics bottles, soap, washcloths, etc. Remember what was where.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on countertop, sink and faucets.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Green Tile Scrub to clean them.
If the countertop around and on the faucets is limestone, use a Bioclean and Small brush to clean it out.
Use Plastic blade to remove it in hard to reach places.
IMPORTANT: Wipe down a countertop skirting from dust. If there are some opened shelves above - wipe them too before finishing the sink and countertop.
Use a wet Microfiber rag to remove all the muddy foam.
Use a new Microfiber rag to wipe surfaces dry.
Spray Windex on mirrors. Use dry Microfiber rag to eliminate all stains and glare.
If cosmetics bottles are in soap stains – wash them with Scrubbing bubbles and Microfiber rag.
Place them back in a shower case on their places. Try to make a visual order.
IMPORTANT: If some items, like Toothbrush holder, toothbrush charging base, cups or plates are stained or dusty – clean them and wipe down before placing back.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on Microfiber rag and wipe down vanity cabinets.
Remove all stains and splurges. Wipe down opened shelves from the dust.
Check all furniture for dust (holders for towels, toilet paper, pictures, etc.) Wipe down if required.
Spray Scrubbing bubbles on all outside and inside surfaces of the toilet.
Pour a little of Lysol Power Toilet under the toilet bezel.
Check every panel for small splurges and spots.
Spray Easy Off on Microfiber rag and remove them.
IMPORTANT: If possible, unclip the plastic seat and move it to the side. Usually requires just to lift plastic locks. Clean hinges on the toilet and plastic seat with a Long-handle brush. Wipe down with a Microfiber rag. Place the seat back and lock it.
Use a Microfiber rag to clean all the toilets.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Microfiber rag to toilet base and floor around.
IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to wipe down all toilet accessories, such as trash can, plunger, etc.
Be sure that the inside and outside of the toilet is clean and dry.
Add a little Lysol Power Toilet into the water and stir it up with Lysol Power Toilet. Water should be good colored and contain bubbles.
Check bathroom baseboards for dust and stains.
Use Scrubbing bubbles and Long-handle brush to clean them. Use a Microfiber rag to wipe them down.
DUSTING
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Microfiber rag
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Telescopic duster
Chemicals
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Windex
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Wood polish
Sometimes, it may seem that the space is so dusty that even cleaning obvious surfaces is already a result. However, our task is to wipe even those areas that are out of direct daily reach. Picture frames, headboards, door jambs... even the legs of bar stools - all of which require our attention.
Sometimes, it may seem that the space is so dusty that even cleaning obvious surfaces is already a result. However, our task is to wipe even those areas that are out of direct daily reach. Picture frames, headboards, door jambs... even the legs of bar stools - all of which require our attention.
Step by step approach
Start dusting from up to down to avoid debris falling on wiped surfaces.
Use Telescopic duster and Microfiber rag to remove cobwebs and dust from door and window frames, curtains, and blinds.
Spray Windex on Microfiber rag and wipe down picture frames on the top side and inner borders. Wipe front glass also if required.
Spray Windex on Microfiber rag and wipe down hanging and standing mirrors.
Start with the frame. If it has a complicated shape with a lot of brinks or ornaments - use Telescopic duster to reach inside of them.
Spray Windex on the front side of the mirrors.
Use a clean Microfiber rag and remove all dust, stains and glare from the front side.
Spray Windex on a clean Microfiber rag and wipe down TVs and computer monitors.
Start with the screen. Remove all fingerprints and glare.
Wipe down frame, wall ao table holders and back side.
IMPORTANT: When working with mirrors, TV, or computer screens - make sure they are stable and firmly attached to the mountings. While wiping, the cleaning object is always kept with one hand to prevent falling.
Use Wood Polish for natural, painted and laminated wooden surfaces. Use Windex for acrylic, glass, metal or stone surfaces.
Remove all items from the cleaned surface. Remember what was where, generally, does not have to be in the exact same order.
Spray Cleaner on Microfiber rag and wipe down all dust, hair, and fur. Don't forget about open shelves under countertops.
If removed items are dusty – wipe them with a lightly wet Microfiber rag.
Place them back on their places. Trying to create a visual order.
IMPORTANT: Try to remove all items from the surface before it's dusting to avoid accidental drop. If there are heavy or large objects, such as flower pots, lamps, monitors or books - try to free up the rest of the surface and move them aside to wipe all space.
Pay attention to non-obvious surfaces: headboard and sides of the bed, table or chair frames, stand/tower fans and humidifiers, floor lamp bases, etc.
Spray the proper cleaner on Microfiber rag and wipe down all listed items.
Check the vent grids on the walls along the space.
Use Telescopic duster to remove cobwebs and dust. Use Microfiber rag and Windex if required.
FLOORS & BASEBOARDS
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Vacuum
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Mop
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Green Tile scrub
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Microfiber rag
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Long-handle brush
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Plastic razor
Chemicals
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AP Cleaner
As better vacuuming is done – as easier to mop the floor and wash the baseboards next. Better to spend more time on this step and save total floors cleaning time. And give a perfect result!
As better vacuuming is done – as easier to mop the floor and wash the baseboards next. Better to spend more time on this step and save total floors cleaning time. And give a perfect result!
Key points of cleaning success
Because of grime on surfaces and a huge amount of small Kitchen items (toaster, salt and pepper, etc.) that should be moved during the cleaning process, this area is most labor-consuming.

Point one
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Assemble all cleaning stuff and take it outside the apartment if there is a secured space to place it. If not – leave inside where they won't interfere and can be easily moved during vacuuming.

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Start floor cleaning moving from the far corner of the apartment moving towards the front door.

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Feel free to get down close to the floor and work without a brush-extension.

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Be sure not to miss any part of the baseboards. If some area is blocked with movable stuff such as laundry basket, chair, boxes or clothes – move them aside and clean areas behind. Then place everything back to their places.
Step by step approach
Use hand tubes without brush-extension in these areas and around all furniture borders and legs.
Put up all easily movable items (bags, boxes, laundry bags, clothes from the floor, cords, etc.)
Check also the bottom of items for some fur and hair to avoid placing it back to the cleaned surface.
IMPORTANT: When cleaning around and under bed or cabinets, make a check for some small items fallen to the floor (jewelry, receipts, charging cables) – avoid vacuum something important for the client).
If in an apartment is a pet feeding mat – vacuum it and area around from fur and crumbs.
Then, before mopping, wipe it down using a Microfiber rag and AP Cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Very often if the dust layer is old and a little sticky – it’s impossible to remove it by vacuuming. Use a Microfiber rag to wipe such spaces if you can reach them. The same is true for chair or stool legs – on the downside of which is usually collecting some fur and hair.
When vacuuming the rugs, move slowly and at least three times at every spot.
Be sure that pets wool is not rolled up into clumps. It happens in long pile carpets
In this case – take off the extension brush to clean such clumps.
If the rug is not attached to the floor, vacuum also under its edges.
On the tile and hardwood floors, in the areas where it was wet or greasy (bathrooms, kitchen) – use a hand tube to collect all hair and crumbs.
IMPORTANT: Don’t forget to vacuum bathroom mats from both sides before placing them back.
In the kitchen use also Plastic blade to scrub sticked particles of food during vacuuming.
Check textile furniture for hair or fur (bed headboards and borders, coach surfaces) – vacuum it if required.
In the entrance area – move aside shoes and shoe tray or mat and vacuum these spots.
If there are some sticky spots in the kitchen or bathrooms - use AP Cleaner and Green Tile Scrub to soak and scrub them.
Use a Microfiber rag to remove filthy foam before mopping.
Mop all space, checking for dust clots after wiping hard-to-reach places.
Remove these clots with a Microfiber rag.
Try not to step on the freshly mopped floor. If you have to - always wipe your footprints to leave all space shining and stainless.
Spray AP Cleaner along 3-4 feet segment of baseboard.
Use a Long-handle brush to clean this segment from filthy spots and stuck crumbs.
Use a Microfiber rag to wipe this segment down.
Then move to the next segment.
In the kitchen use the same technique to clean wooden slats under the cabinets and ventilation grates in the bottom part of the fridge and dishwasher.
FRIDGE
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Green Tile scrub
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Microfiber rag
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Small brush
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Plastic razor
Chemicals
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Easy Off
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AP Cleaner
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Stainless Steel
We don’t want to make a mess in the client's space. Take a photo of shelf placement and product order to place everything back in the same places. Start with the main compartment first. After finishing, move forward to the door shelves.
We don’t want to make a mess in the client's space. Take a photo of shelf placement and product order to place everything back in the same places. Start with the main compartment first. After finishing, move forward to the door shelves.
Step by step approach
Take out all products.
Take the shelves and boxes out.
Spray AP cleaner to the fridge walls.
Use a Microfiber rag to remove all stains and crumbs.
Use Green Tile Scrub and Plastic blade for most sticky spots.
Use Small brush to clean all seams between panel elements, vents, or fridge lamps.
IMPORTANT: If in the fridge use a usual incandescent light bulb without a cover – avoid splashing liquid chemicals on it. The bulb can explode because of abrupt temperature differences.
Use the same technique for shelf cleaning. Try to remove stains and food splashes from all visible elements. Even on the bottom side of shelves and sides.
Use a dry Microfiber rag to remove all stains and glare from the glass part.
IMPORTANT: Be careful with transparent plastic elements (used in boxes usually). It is very fragile and can be easily broken during disassembling of elements or while taking in or out of the fridge.
Use the same cleaning technique for door shelves.
Use Small brush and Microfiber rag and AP cleaner to clean the rubber seals on the door panels.
Check for crumbs on the top side, sticky smudges on the sides.
Remove for black mold along all seals.
Use a Microfiber rag and AP Cleaner.
Remove a white frosting.
After finishing – use Stainless steel to polish the outside fridge surface. On the back side also.
OVEN & TOASTER OVEN
Tools that you need for this area
Cleaning supplies
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Steel wool
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Microfiber rag
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Plastic razor
Chemicals
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Easy Off
The old grime requires some soaking before cleaning. Spray Easy Off on the inside panels before you start to clean Stove. It will give an extra 10-15 minutes for grime to become softer. DON’T spray it on the oven door unless you start cleaning it. When you close it to get to the stove, the liquid will drain down and can get into space between inner and outer glasses. These smudges will be impossible to remove.
The old grime requires some soaking before cleaning. Spray Easy Off on the inside panels before you start to clean Stove. It will give an extra 10-15 minutes for grime to become softer. DON’T spray it on the oven door unless you start cleaning it. When you close it to get to the stove, the liquid will drain down and can get into space between inner and outer glasses. These smudges will be impossible to remove.
Step by step approach
Remove all remove all grates and trays.
Soak them in the sink if possible.
Spray Easy Off on the door surface and inside space .
Use Steel wool to remove old grease.
Combine it with Plastic blade to exempt some small areas and move from this point further. It will help you to scrub grime more efficiently.
Try scrubbing in different directions.
Small grease spots and dots may have sharp edges on different sides – our task is to lift up each of them.
Apply extra effort or take a small rest.
The harder you scrub – the easier grime will go away.
With soft rubbing will just smooth and polish grease, removing sharp edges and interfering with the process.
Use Steel wool to remove old grease.
Combine it with Plastic blade to exempt some small areas and move from this point further. It will help you to scrub grime more efficiently.
Try scrubbing in different directions.
Small grease spots and dots may have sharp edges on different sides – our task is to lift up each of them.
Apply extra effort or take a small rest.
The harder you scrub – the easier grime will go away.
With soft rubbing will just smooth and polish grease, removing sharp edges and interfering with the process.
Apply patience in every small area. You will see how it becomes clean and could fill the process of cleaning.
Use your palm to check the surface. The area where you can feel scratching dots - requires more cleaning.
Wipe the surface periodically with a Microfiber rag to estimate the result and add more Easy Off to particular areas that still need to be cleaned.
Assess level of your
theoretical knowledge
Go through a quick quiz to be confident
that you are ready for any cleaning challenge
Assess level of your theoretical knowledge
Go through a quick quiz to be confident that you are ready for any cleaning challenge