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Page 2 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, April 20-April 26, 2017 Warmer days are here and what better way to spend them than … cleaning? Although enjoying the great outdoors is probably high on many a to-do list come spring, by the end of winter, homes can prob- ably do with a much-needed overhaul. Owners and renters can rely on temperate days to throw open the windows and engage in some easy spring- cleaning projects. The earlier one begins spring cleaning, the more quickly he or she will be able to head outside and bask in the warm spring sun. Spring cleaning tasks can be stretched out across several days to make the jobs more manageable. While certain spring cleaning tasks can be time-consuming, many proj- ects can be started and com- pleted in 30 minutes or less. 1. Look up: Start by look- ing up at ceilings, molding and ceiling fans. Chances are strong that some cobwebs and dust have formed in these areas. Always begin cleaning by working from the top down- ward so you don't have to clean any tables countertops or fl oors twice. Static-charged dusting cloths work well to catch and contain dust. Use a pillowcase on ceiling fan blades to clear the dust and keep it from cascading to the fl oor. 2. Blinds and curtains: Heavy window treatments can be removed and replaced with more gauzy fabrics. This lets in more light and warmth from the sun. Many curtains can be freshened up right in the laundry, but blinds may require a bit more effort. If the blinds can be snapped out of the brackets, place them in a tub full of vinegar, dish soap and water. Allow them to soak and then rinse with the shower nozzle. Stationary blinds can be cleaned with using an old sock over your hand dipped in a vinegar-and-water solution. 3. Change linens: Remove and launder bed linens. While the linens are in the wash, thoroughly dust all furniture and vacuum the carpets. Move furniture so you can reach ar- eas where dust gathers, such as under the bed or dresser. 4. Grout cleaner: Grade school science lessons can be put to use as you look to remove stubborn dirt. Com- bining baking soda and vin- egar produces a reaction that causes the formation of gassy bubbles. These bubbles can help to break up dirt that clings to crevices, such as grout be- tween tiles. Some light scrub- bing and then subsequent rinsing can rid surfaces of hard-to-remove dirt. 5. Vacuum vent intakes: Many houses are heated by forced-air systems. The air intake vents can become clogged with dust and other debris. Vacuum these vents so that air fl ow is not impeded. Let the heat run for a few min- utes to catch any small par- ticles that become dislodged, and then change the furnace fi lter. 6. Clean out the refrigera- tor: Now is a great time to re- move any of those mystery containers growing fuzzy ex- periments in the back of the refrigerator. Take the food out of the refrigerator and use a food-safe cleaner to scour the shelves and inside of crisper drawers. Spring cleaning is a neces- sary task, but it doesn't have to be a headache. 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Jacob Allen 828-447-4861 or chase.ffa.alumni1@gmail.com We're Moving! Same Great Services. New Location. Rutherford Regional Health System's last day to provide walk-in services at Walmart will be April 22. We are excited to announce that we will be relocating these walk-in services to Forest City Family Care at 212 Allendale Drive in Forest City. We will continue to operate Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Our scope of services will remain unchanged for our walk-in patients. Walk-in Services Coming April 24. All proceeds go to RUTHERFORD COUNTY residents in crisis. Shop Yokefellow Thrift Store 132 Blanton St., Spindale, NC • Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm • Gardening Books • Gardening Planters, Tools • Spring Linens • Specialty Baskets • Home Decor •Spring Clothing A treasure at every turn! 828-287-0776 6 easy spring cleaning projects Article Provided By: Metro Editorial

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