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vim.**? «v • v \ - . .t K i iUfA(\AUAH{ar^\ \ ' • r i 'as-v '&W! PAGE 1C - SUPPLEMENT TO McHENltYPLAINTOEALER, FRIDAY. APRIL 9, t f H Get your hquse ship-shape clean for a bright new sunshine season Don't wring your hands aver ringing in spring As the first rays ot spring sunshine beam into your home, you may notice that the inside of your abode looks a bit dingy. After a winter of being shut in by closed windows, even the most well-kept home can start smelling musty and be coated with a layer of hard-to-see grime. To get your house in shape for the new sun­ shine season, consult this list for spring cleaning tips: • Bring the fresh air in and let musty odors out. As soon as the weather is warm enough, open all windows, strip the beds, open the closets and let everything get a thorough airing. • Get ready to tackle the veneer of dirt that's probably coating most of your washable surfaces. Avoid the bother of haul­ ing around a large assort­ ment of cleaning products; choose a multiple-use cleaner such as Glass *- Plus®, a glass, appliance and cabinet cleaner, so you're able to zip through cleaning with one spray cleaner and a clean cloth or damp sponge. Start with the windows; once they're clean, you'll be able to enjoy watching this year's brand new great outdoors. Color your house at Easter With a bright arrangement of fresh flowers. A green or flowering plant. And a colorful array of Easter eggs. We can take care of everything but the eggs-J ust phone or visit us. -A- Lilies • Green Planters * Arrangements • Corsages * Terrariums * Sand Terrariums * Artificial Arrangements * Hanging Baskets ORDER EARLY McHenry Floral AND GREENHOUSE 508 S. Rte. 31 McHenry WE DELIVER 385-0404 Next, tackle grimy fix­ tures, tiles, counters and cabinets in both the kitch­ en and the bathroom, too. If you have any plastic, vinyl or painted furniture, don't forget to treat them to a spray and wipe to get them clean, also. Dirt may not show as readily on some furniture as it does on most other household furnishings, but that doesn't mean it isn't there. And, if it isn't wash­ ed away, this dirt could eventually damage the furniture. • Unpack warm weath­ er clothing after you've finished your general spring cleaning chores. Jort through clothes to see which items will need a freshening-up washing or ironing. And give away or throw out old clothes you no longer wear -- keeping them will only create a clutter, and that's almost as bad as messy dirt. • Spring cleaning com­ pleted? Celebrate with a walk in the countryside, a picnic, or even a backyard barbecue. have a nice weekend... ihe birds... Spring cleaning is tradi­ tionally a time for endless dusting, washing and sort­ ing. But certain major tasks often go overlooked until -- too late! -- you suddenly realize that a certain item is badly in need of repair. To avoid this sort of last-minute frustration, don't forget these spring cleaning tips: 'Off-season' advice • Is your boiler in top working order? If neces­ sary, make repairs or mi­ nor adjustments now, not next fall when the weath­ er gets cool. Chances are you can also save money by having it done now since it's "off season" for heating equipment. • Check your window and door screens and clean them with a strong detergent and water solu­ tion. Patch torn screens before you install them, and replace those that can't be fixed. Practical measures • Are your drains clear and free-running? Make sure they're kept free of debris by regular use of Drain Power, the drain cleaner that ases pressure to unclog drains instead of dangerous lye or acids. A one-second shot clears your drains of grease, hair, soap, food and other po­ tential ClOg8. • Check the weather stripping around doors and windows, and replace It, if necessary, to conserve electricity during the air- conditioning season. Additional benefits • Clean or replace your air-conditioner filters, ac­ cording to the manufac­ turer's instructions. Con­ denser coils that are out­ side will also benefit from a thorough cleaning with a garden hose. • The outside of your home, as well as the inside, requires a spring cleaning, too. Rake up leaves still on the ground and clean out your flower beds. Gut­ ters and leaders probably will also be clogged with leaves that should be re­ moved before summer storms. Avoid accidents • Check your patio and porch steps to be sure that the stones or concrete are still level and have not cracked or crumbled over the winter. Make repairs to avoid accidents. • Lastly, don't overlook your chimney and fire­ place. Clean them both, or hire a professional to do this messy job, and then make sure to close the flue. Then treat yourself and set lovely pots of flowers in front of the fireplace to truly bring spring ifito your home. Fabrics go both light and hardy Hard-working fabrics like twill, duck, denim, heavy cotton do their job in sportswear this spring. This is the cotton season, with every weight from batiste and voile to rough homespun, from the wrin­ kle muslin look to glazed chintz. Knits go soft and light: terry knit, jersey, velour, fine gauge single knit, sheer cotton lisle. Polyes­ ters try for the real silk look in Honan, shantung, pongee and dobby weaves. Suits and coats crafted in crisp linen, double faced wools, corduroy and cord. Nighttimes are supple and fluid via georgette, chiffon, satin, crepe de chine and weightless jersey. • • Shop Smartly for Easter Gifting Also, . . Wedding, Shower, Birthday Party, Housewarming, Anniversary Visit Us First ! 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