Berkshire Cleaning

2011-03-14T13:56:00.001-07:00

Welcome to Berkshire Cleaning. We specialise in professional end of tenancy cleaning and operate throughout Berkshire. We have fully equipt teams trained to deal with property cleaning and work to standards guaranteed to pass a checkout, if it doesn't then we will return and redo the work FOC.

Berkshire Cleaning professionally cleans homes using state of the art Prochem carpet steam cleaning machines and uses techiniques to tackle the dirtiest carpets using some of the best cleaning detergents in the industry. We are fully equipt with professional cleaning products so you don't need to worry about cleaning on top of moving home!

We supply invoices to show your agents you have had your home professionally cleaned along with checklists to show to work we have completed, advisories, specifictions lists showing the equipment and products we have used. We can clean any type of property including high rised flats, detached, semi-detached and listed buildings etc

We provide, oven cleaning and extractor cleaning in our end of tenancy cleaning services as well as inside windows and many other tasks. The following services can be purchased as an optional add on depending on your circumstances, carpet cleaning, external windows, gardening, painting and other maintenance work.

We offer huge discounts on carpet cleaning when you purchase our end of tenancy cleaning services, and don't forget! every job we do comes with a full guarantee on all of the workmanship. Booking our services can't be easier, simply send us an email or contact us via telephone and we can quote you and book you in, in less than 3 minutes.

We welcome short notice bookings and will do our best to accommodate you however, the early you book the better especially in the spring and summer months. Booking your end of tenancy cleaning a day or two before your check out best advised. Our cleaning vary between 3/8 depending on the services you require however our average is 5 hours (10 man hours with 2 cleaners).

Over 30% of our customers come from personal recommendations! contact us today to find out how we can help you!

If you would like more information on the services we provide then please contact us via email or call us on 07898 878 220

Carpet Cleaning Reading

2011-03-14T13:55:00.002-07:00

Berkshire Cleaning operates in the Reading area so we are able to give you the best prices for carpet cleaning cleaning services! We use professional Prochem machines to clean carpets to a high standard. Our cleaning machines have heat exchangers fitted so we don't need any hot water from your tap.

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Our carpet cleaners are the latest state of the art equipment and work by pumping hot water and detergent into the carpet to loosen the dirt and then vacuumed off leaving your carpet almost dry to touch. We only need to make a single pass to clean your carpets making the work time short. Our carpet cleaning technique is often referred to as steam cleaning but it's most common name is hot water extraction.

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We offer full stain removal within the prices we charge and the removal of high traffic soiled areas. Our carpet cleaning services includes the removal of greases, oil, wine, browning stains and much more.

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We use a full range of carpet stain removal products from some of the worlds most best manufacturers and developers. We can remove hair and dust from your carpet and use a specially developed shampoo which, kills off bacteria and allergens leaving your carpet smelling and feeling fresh. Our detergents also contain fabric conditioners, brighteners which, leave your carpet like the day it was fitted!

To view more information on our carpet cleaning services in reading and to view our prices please visit this the follow page: carpet cleaning reading

If you live in Reading and would like more information on our carpet cleaning services then contact us on 07898 878 220

End of Tenancy Cleaning High Wycombe HP14

2011-02-25T13:23:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning specialises in end of tenancy cleaning in High Wycombe and surrounding areas. We clean to a professional standard and leave your home in a condition suitable to pass a check out report. We guarantee all of our work and will return FOC should any problems arise.

We supply invoices to show your estate agents that we have cleaned and can give you advice on what to do after we have cleaned. We are a fully equipt company with the latest prochem carpet cleaning machines and a huge range of professional cleaning products. We are fully trained and experienced to deal with any type of cleaning issue, from carpets to ovens and external windows.

If you live in the High Wycombe area and would like more information on end of tenancy ceaning then please don't hesitate to contact David for more information on 07898 878 220. If you would like more information on the services we provide then please visit our page end of tenancy cleaning.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Guildford GU1

2011-02-10T16:08:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning provides it's end of tenancy cleaning services in Guildford, Surrey. We offer the highest quality services using the best equipment and best training possible. We have had many years in the cleaning industry and specialise in end of tenancy cleaning in the Guildford area.

We offer a full guarantee with all the work we complete and will provide you with invoices to submit to your estate agents. We can help you get you deposit back and supply a wide range of services to get your home in tip top condition. We can professionally clean carpets, complete gardening jobs, painting, and external window cleaning using our reach pole systems.

We cover most of the Guildford postcodes including but not limited to GU1, GU2, GU3, GU4, GU5. We also cover many other areas including Woking so if you live in the Guildford area and would like some more information on our end of tenancy cleaning services then please contact us or visit end of tenancy cleaning.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Camberley GU15

2011-02-10T15:59:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning offer it's end of tenancy cleaning services to clients in Camberley and surrounding areas. We are a local company to Camberley and specialise in end of tenancy cleaning services. We can come and clean your home to a very high standard that will be accepted by your estate agents, landlords and inventory clerks.

We supply all of our customers with invoices so you can prove that you have had your home professioanlly cleaned. Berkshire Cleaning is a well known company and we will guarantee all of the work we complete. If you feel the the end of tenancy cleaning that we have completed doesn't meet the high standards that we set ourselves then we will return and redo the oustanding work FOC.

If you live in Camberly and would like some more information on our cleaning services tehn please visit End of Tenancy Cleaning or contact us for a quote.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Newbury RG14

2011-02-07T12:01:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning offers end of tenancy cleaning services in Newbury and surrounding areas. We are a long established company that specialises in end of tenancy cleaning. We offer a full guarantee on all of our work and provide invoices for your estate agents.

Berkshire Cleaning is a fully equipt company and supplys all of our own cleaning products and equiptment. We have fully trained staff that deal with end of tenancy cleaning everyday, our services include a full cleaning of the property, oven cleaning and carpet cleaning.

We can also complete garden clearance and external window washing on request. If you live in Newbury and would like some more information then please visit end of tenancy cleaning or contact us for a quote.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Slough SL2

2011-02-07T04:16:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Berkshire Cleaning. We provide end of tenancy cleaning services in Slough SL2 and across Berkshire. We are a well known and estabilished company that specialise in end of tenancy cleaning.

Berkshire Cleaning provides a full guarantee with all of the work that we complete and will return and redo any work that doesn't meet the high standards that we set ourselves.

Berkshire Cleaning is a fully equipt company that supplies all of our own cleaning products and carpet cleaning equipment. We provide our customers with discounts for taking out carpet cleaning with our end of tenancy cleaning services and you could save up to 25%!

If you live in Slough and would like more information on the cleaning services taht we provide then please visit end of tenancy cleaning or contact us and we will respond within 24 hours.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Maidenhead SL6

2011-02-07T04:10:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning offers end of tenancy cleaning services in Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6.

We are an estabilished company and provide our own cleaning and carpet cleaning equipment. We work to a high standard and guarantee that you'll not find a better cleaning service for the price.

Berkshire Cleaning provides a full guarantee with all of the work we complete. We also provide a detailed checklist and invoices and advisories to show you estate agents and landlords.

If you live in Maidenhead SL6 and would like more information on the services we provide then please visit end of tenancy cleaning or contact us for a quote and we will reply within 24 hours.

End of Tenancy Cleaning Burghfield RG7

2011-01-30T13:29:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning provides end of tenancy cleaning services in Burfield common, Reading. We have cleaned homes to a professional standard for many years and offer a full guarantee with all of the work that we complete.

If you buy our end of tenancy cleaning service then you get big discounts if you but our other services toghther such as carpet cleaning and oven cleaning services.

Berkshire Cleaning supplies invoices with all of our end of tenancy cleaning work that we complete so you can show your landlord that you have had your home profesisonally cleaned. This can help you get you deposit back as it is sometimes a contractual obligation for you to clean your property.

If you live in Burfield Common and would like a quote for our end of tenancy cleaning services then please contact us for more information and we will reply within 24 hours.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Windsor SL4

2011-01-21T10:44:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Berkshire Cleaning! We provide high quality end of tenancy cleaning services at competitive prices. We are a family business that is local to Windsor so we can give you the best quotes going.

Berkshire Cleaning prides itself in the quality of work we complete and our comitment to our clients. We provide and full guarantee with all of the tenancy cleaning work we complete along with invoices for your reference.

If you buy our services toghether then we can give you bigger discounts if you would have bought the services seperately. We offer a 25% discount on our carpet cleaning services when taken out with our end of tenancy cleaning services.

If your reside in Windsor and would like more information about our end of tenancy cleaning services then please contact us for more information and a quote.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Theale RG7

2011-01-21T03:13:00.003-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning provides outstanding quality end of tenancy cleaning serivces to resident of Theale, Berkshire. Berkshire Cleaning has been completing enf of tenancy cleaning work for may years and has quality checklists in place to ensure the job gets done properly.

We provide invoices and reciepts for all of the end of tenancy cleaning work that we complete and also offer a full guarantee for any work not deemed good enough. We will return and redo any work that has issues and deal directly with your estate agents or inventory clerk.

If you live in the Theale area and are looking for end of tenancy cleaners then please contact us and we will be happy to help you. Remember! Berkshire Cleaning offers competitive quotes as we are a local company and you can pick up great discounts when our services are bought toghther.

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End of tenancy cleaning Mortimer RG7

2011-01-21T02:12:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Berkshire Cleaning Services. If you live in Mortimer and are looking to have your home professionally cleaning before you move out or move in then you have come to the right place! Berkshire Cleaning provides high quality cleaning services in the Mortimer area at competitive prices.

We provide reciepts and checklists with all the end of tenancy work that we complete and a full guarantte too! That means if you are not happen for any reason then we will return abd redo the work free of charge. How many cleaning companies will you find that will offer this? If you would like more information on end of tenancy cleaning services in Mortimer then please contact us for a full quote.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Silchester RG7

2011-01-21T02:05:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning has been providing it's end of tenancy cleaning services to residents of Silchester for many years. We provide invoices with all of the end of tenancy cleaning that we complete along with a full guarantee.

Berkshire Cleaners follows strict quality guidlines and provides quality checklists and advisories with all end of tenancy work that we complete. If you live in Silchester and would like more information on End of Tenancy Cleaning in your area then please contact us for a quote and we will reply to you within 24 hours.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Bradfield RG7

2011-01-21T01:59:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Berkshire Cleaning! We provide end of tenancy cleaners in Bradfield and surrounding areas. We offer high quality end of tenancy cleaning services and provide a full guarantee with all of the work we complete.

We can offer great rates and discounts to Bradfield residents as we are a local company and can keep our prices competitive. If you live in Bradfield and need end of tenacy cleaning then you have found the right people. Berkshire Cleaning has been serving customers in Bradfield for over 2 years and have extensive experience of the properties there and the estate agents that manage them.

Our end of tenancy cleaning checklist is exhaustive and too long to list but you can visit end of tenancy cleaning page for more information or contact us directly for a quote and we will reply within 24 hours.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Aldermaston RG7

2011-01-21T01:49:00.000-08:00

Berkshire Cleaning can provide end of tenancy cleaners in Aldermaston RG7. Berkshire cleaning prides itself on quality of the work we complete and provide a full guarantee with all end of tenancy cleaning work we complete.

Aldermaston residents can get great discounts as we are a local company providing our services throughout Berkshire. We off great discounts on our end of tenancy cleaning packages and you can save more by buying our services together.

Berkshire Cleaning provides full invoices with all the tenancy work we complete and our end of tenancy cleaning checklist is exhaustive, please visit End of Tenancy Cleaning for more information or contact us for a quote.

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End of Tenancy Cleaning Guide

2010-11-19T03:11:00.000-08:00

End of tenancy cleaning is a relatively new trend which is quite popular in the USA and has over the last few years gathered popularity in the UK. Many people under estimate what a good end of tenancy cleaning company can do for them. People over time often forget what condition their property was in when they received it and when they get to the end of their tenancy realise that the estate agents aren't going to be considerate once they see the current state of their property.

Many people are usually either too busy or simply forget to clean their home at the end of a tenancy and this can result in big fines and penalties from the estate agents. This can bring extra unwanted stress from deposits being held back by the estate agents and fear as they do not know where the money will come from to pay their next deposit. Below I have given a few tips when preparing to move home.

1, Always allow enough time and book early. What ever you do don't wait untill the last minute to book your end of tenancy cleaning. If possible book up to one month in advance. End of tenancy cleaning is a busy industry and if you leave it too late you will end up being disappointed.

2, Check whether or not the end of tenancy cleaning company offers a guarantee on the work they provide. The last thing you want is to move miles away and get a complaint that the property hasn't been cleaned properly. Then you will have to come all of the way back to sort it out or pay another cleaning company to redo the work.

3, Budget your money to allow for end of tenancy cleaning. Prices range from around £80 to £400 depending on the work you want doing. Check your inventory for cleaning work that requires attention and make notes.

4, Always check the small print on the estate agents contract, will you be paying a check out fee? if so how much? when is your check out? and when do you plan on moving out?

5, Ensure that you have moved all of your personal belongings from the property before the end of tenancy cleaners arrive. If you don't then it will make the end of tenancy cleaning harder to do and it could take longer.

6, If you have included freezer cleaning in the end of tenancy cleaning then make sure the freezer is defrosted before the cleaners arrive. Also make sure there is access to plenty of hot water.

Moving home is considered to be one of the most stressful times in any persons life so make sure you plan your time well and book early. If in any doubt always seek the advice of a professional end of tenancy cleaner or your estate agents.

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Blood Stain Removal From Clothes

2010-11-18T06:30:00.000-08:00

Blood stain removal on clothes is by far one of the most difficult stains to remove. It’s important to remember that once a blood stain has dried into your clothes then the blood pigments can dye your clothing rendering it useless, however below are somes tips and & advice to help you remove the blood stain quickly and effectively.

How to remove blood stains from clothes – Rayon, Wool, Silk, and Acetate

When the blood first stains your clothes it’s better to act fast and never let in dry into your clothing, as if it drys it will make it much harder to get then stain out.

When the blood stain is still wet, get a damp cloth or sponge and dab the stain until it has disapeared. Never over wet the stain at first as this could cause more damage to the clothing.

If there is still a blood discolouration on the clothing then you can try using ammonia. Dab the ammonia on and rinse off with cold water after a few minutes. Make sure to rinse all of the ammonia off else it will further damage the clothing. If this doesn’t work then you will need to seek the advice of a professional dry cleaner.

How to remove blood stains from clothes – Polyester, Linen, Cotton, Spandex, and Nylon

When the blood stain is wet you should put the clothing into the washing machine on a cold cycle. If this has still not removed the blood stain then you can dab it with washing up power and re wash on a cold cycle. If this has no effect and the blood stain is stil there then you should seek professional advice from a dry cleaning company.

How to remove blood stains from clothes – Suede and Leather

Suede and Leather are very delicate materials, which must be cleaned up immediately if ever stained by blood. Get a damp cloth or sponge and dab the clothes until the stain has disapeared. Be careful not to rub the blood stain too hard else you can damage the clothing. If the stain is still there then seek professional advice.

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Ink Stain Removal From Clothes

2010-11-18T06:29:00.000-08:00

Ink stain removal is not a very pleasant job as it can be quite difficult to remove the stains and many people just give up and end up throwing their clothes away. Whether you have forgotten to empty your pockets and left a ballpoint pen in there to your children coming home from school covered in ink stains they can be a mightmare to remove. Below we have given some tips to help you to remove ink stains from your clothing.

Ink Stain Removal #1

The first ink stain removal tip is to act fast and not to let the ink stain dry in. Once the ink stain drys into the clothes then it can be very difficult to remove. You should start by washing the stain with plenty of warm soapy water.

Ink Stain Removal #2

Hairspray has been considered to be on of the best methods for removing ink stains. Spray both sides of the ink stain, rinse with hot water and put the clothing into a washing machine on a hot setting. For this to work you have to act fast and spray the ink stain immediately, if you don't it might not have any effect

Ink Stain Removal #3

Rubbing alcohol can also be an effective ink stain remover. To apply the alcohol to the ink stain, put the clothing onto a colourless towel and rub each side of the ink stain with the alcohol. The ink stain should bleed through the clothing and soak up onto the towel beneath. You should then wash the clothing in hot water providing the fabric can handle hot temperatures.

Ink Stain Removal #4

Acetone, although a harsh way to remove ink stains can be very effective. To avoid ruining your clothes you should first try adding actetone to a samll area to test. Acetone can react in many diffrent way so you have to be careful. Use a white towel under the stained clothing and apply the acetone to the ink stain until it comes out. The ink stain should then bleed through the fabric onto the towel underneath. The wash rinse the clothing in hot water and finially wash on high temperature

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Carpet Blood Stain Removal

2010-11-18T06:27:00.000-08:00

The key thing to remember when trying to remove blood stains on carpets is to act quickly. The longer you leave the blood stain to dry into the carpet the harder it becomes to remove. The colour pigments of the blood stain can dye the carpet once the blood starts to solidify.

Carpet blood stain removal #1

Once you have noticed the blood stain, rinse it immedieately with cold water. Try not to use too much water and try not to spread the blood stain across the carpet. Only use cold water to rinse out the blood stain as hot water help speed up the setting process. Add a small amount water and then dab the stain with a towel until you have soaked the blood up. If you have a wet vacuum cleaner then you can use this to suck up the blood which would decrease the chances of the stain spreading.

Carpet blood stain removal #2

The remainding stain should then be washed up with a mixture of washing up liquid and cold water. Work the mixture of washing up liquid into the blood stained carpet, being careful not to spread the stain. Dab the blood stain with a towel until the remaiding blood has soaked up. Never rub the carpet as this can damage it.

Carpet blood stain removal #3

Repeat the steps in tip 2 until the blood has been completely soaked up. Try and remove as much of the blood and water as possible.

Carpet blood stain removal #4

If you have a fan turn in on and place it blowing over the area where the blood soaked into the carpet. Air is the main key to drying carpets quickly not heat. This will reduce the effect of carpet wicking where the blood will soak back out of the carpet to the surface. If you haven't got a fan, another alternative is to place a pile of paper towels onto the carpet to let the remaind blood soak up.

Many poeple have reported club sode to be an effective blood carpet stain remover. If all else fails you can try this, but if you still have no luck in removing the blood stain then seek the advice of a professional carpet cleaning company.

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How to Clean Burnt Pans

2010-05-31T11:18:00.000-07:00

So engrossed in reading the latest salacious showbiz gossip that you forget about the stew bubbling away on the stove? Now it's charred, blackened mess burned onto the base of your best saucepan! Forget about cooking dinner, order a takeaway instead, and get to work restoring your prized pan. You'll have it back in tip top condition before the food's even arrived.

What to do:

Fill the pan with water and throw in a dishwasher tablet or 1 tbsp biological washing power. Place it on the hob and bring it to boil. Leave to simmer for around 10 minutes. ll those nasty burnt bits will simply lift away, leaving you pan as good as new. Repeat if necessary, then wash thoroughly as normal. You can also use this method for hob safe roasting tins.

Beat the burn:

For cooking scrambled eggs or other foods that tend to stick, invest in a good quality, hard anodized saucepan. These are easy to clean, it's laughable, even when burnt. Simply wipe with a sponge and the mess will usually come straight off.

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Cleaning Avacado Stains

2010-05-31T10:57:00.000-07:00

A football match on TV, guacamole and tortilla chips, hubby and his greedy friends: a combination that can lead to accidents. The main problem with an avacado stain in that if it is left it will oxidize and eventually turn a nasty grey black colour. Once this has happened, the stain is almost impossible to remove. Remember, for a good chance of removal, you must act quickly.

General directions:

Gently scrape the solids off with a blunt knife, taking care not to spead the stain. Follow the directions below for specific fabrics.

Carpet:

Apply bissel OxyKIC or white wizard to the stain. Working from the outside inwards, gently soak up the stain with a white paper towel or a clean, white, lint free cloth. Don't drench the stain - it's better to make repeated small applications than to completely flood the area. Continue until the stain has completely disappeared. Rinse thoroughly with cold water and blot up as much water as posssible with more paper towels. Leave to dry. If any traces remain, a complete carpet shampoo may do the trick.

Washable fabrics:

After scraping, dampen the mark with cool water and gently rub in a little washing up liquid. Allow to stand for five minutes or so, then rinse with more cold water. For cotton follow with a 40 degree machine wash, using biological detergent. For silk, follow with a 30 degree machine wash on the delicates cycle.

Dried on stains:

Try treating with dylon stain solve before machine washing as normal.

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How to Clean and Care for Wooden Furniture

2010-05-31T10:16:00.000-07:00

The best way to stop funiture being spoiled is to protect it. Use coasters and mat for glasses and tableware, to prevent nasty ring marks and heat burns.

French polished items:

Dust regularly with a soft cloth. Remove sticky marks with a cloth wrung out in a warm, mild solution of soapflakes, taking care not to over wet. Dry throughly with a soft cloth. Use a wax polish occassionally and sparingly. Scrates should be dealth with by a proffessional French polisher.

Lacquered items:

Wipe with a damp duster. Apply a fine water mist spray directly to the duster so that you do not over wet the wood. Wipe dry and buff with a soft, dry duster. Apply a good furnature polish occassionally to revieve the shine. Remove grease and fingermarks with a damp cloth and a mild solution of soapflakes.

Waxed wood:

Dust regularly with a soft cloth. Remove sticky marks with a cloth wrung in a warm, mild solution of soapflakes, taking care not to over wet. Dry throughly with a soft cloth. Apply a wax ploish once or twice a year to maintain water resistance and shine.

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Storing Clothes and Textiles

2010-05-30T11:33:00.000-07:00

Clothes and textiles that won't be used for long periods should be stored away carefully to prevent damage by moisture and pest. For the best results, follow these guidlines.

Before storing, launder or dry clean all items. Make sure that they are completely dry. Don't iron clothing that is to be stored or use starch, as these will make the fibres more brittle and prone to tearing along the creases.

Special items can be wrapped in acid free tissue paper to help prevent creasing and provide further protection. Use cotton gloves to avoid transfering potentially damaging bodily fluids from you hands to the garments.

Avoid using ordinary cardboard or paper boxes as they aren't waterproof, chemicals can leech into your clothing and pests are attracted to the protein in the glue used to stick the boxes together. For shorter term storage, you can use plastic storage boxes, but make sure they are not completely airtight as the clothes need to breathe, not suffocate. For long term storage of items such as wedding dresses, the best option is a special acid free storage box, available from stationers of archiving suppliers.

Don't store items in direct contact with wood. All wood contains acid that can damage textiles over a long period of time. Place the container in a cool place, off the floor and away from damp, sunlight and direct or indirect heat.

If items are being stored for longer than one season, take them out one or twice a year and re fold them along different lines to prevent stress tears forming on creases. At this time you should also make a quick check for any other damage that may have occurred.

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How to Clean Cookware, Pots and Pans

2010-05-30T06:42:00.000-07:00

Cleaning Pots and Pans

Treated well, decent-quality pans will last you a lifetime. Always follow the manufacturers instructions if possible, or use the guidelines given here.

Aluminium:

Anodized and uncoated aluminium pans should never be washed in a dishwasher. Always hand wash in plain, soapy water. If uncoated aluminium develops a black tarnish, remove it by boiling up acidic foods such as cut lemon in water.

Cast iron:

Always wash uncoated iron pans by hand. Dry throughly and brush with a thin layer of vegetable oil to prevent rusting.

Copper:

Wash in a solution of washing up liqiud. Polish as for brass by using a lemon dipped in salt and then buff with a soft cloth.

Glass ceramic:

Usually dishwasher safe. Remove the burnt on food by soaking the pan in a warm solution of washing up liquid, then use a nylon scourer.

Non stick coatings:

Wash, rinse and dry new pans berfore use. The non stick coating may need to be seasoned by brushing the interior with a thin layer of vegetable oil. Re-season after dishwashing (check instructions on pan for dishwashing guide). Remove burnt on foods with a scourer specifically for non stick surfaces. Don't use metal kitchen implements on non stick pans.

Stainless steel:

Wash by hand or in a dishwasher. Rainbow markings may develop over time, but can usually be removed with a proprietry stainless steel polish or cleaner. Pans subject to too high heat may develop brown marks on the exterior, which can also be removed with stainless steel polish.

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How to Clean Metals - Brass, Copper, Pewter & Silver

2010-05-29T19:01:00.000-07:00

Wash brass, copper, pewter and silver or silver plate in a warm solution of washing up liquid and water. Rinse in hot water and dry with a soft cloth.

Brass and Copper:

After washing, use one of the following polishing methods. If you don't want to uy a special cleaner, try rubbing the surface with half a lemon dipped in salt. Rinse and buff with a soft cloth. This method, however, tends to lighten copper and bring out the orange colour. Alternatively, apply a proprietery cream or liquid with a soft cloth and buff before the polish is competely dry. Some brands can be rinsed off with water and are ideal for intricate pieces. For heavier tarnishing, use copper or brass wadding impregnated with polish. This is messy and requires elbow grease. Do not use too frequently as it is quite abrasive.

Pewter:

Never use harsh polish. If the item is heavily tarnished, use a proprietary silver cleaner.

Silver:

For dusting, use impregnated silver polishing cloths or mitts. Silver is a soft metal, so don't rub too hard. Use straight even strokes - never rub silver crosswise or with a rotary movement. For polishing use one of the following methods. A cream or liquid polish is often recommended by manufacturers of fine silver services - these products are ideal for moderately tarnished items. Allow to dry to a fine powdery deposit, then buff with a soft, dry cloth. Foaming paste is idea for cutlery and for covering large areas such as platters. Apply the paste with a damp sponge and lather to a foam. Rinse in water and dry throughly. Sprays are good for covering large areas; wadding is availalbe for heavily tarnished items.

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