To clean a computer

Instructions:

1-Shut down your computer and remove all peripherals such as monitor, mouse, keyboard and speakers.

2-Begin with the monitor. Use special computer monitor cleaning solution or wipes. You can find these at many large retail stores or electronic stores. Always apply solution to a smooth, clean, non-abrasive cloth and never directly to the monitor. You can use a cloth that is slightly damp with plain water for a quick cleaning.

3-Clean the keyboard. Flip the keyboard over and lightly tap it to dislodge dust and anything that may have fallen between the keys. Use a can of compressed air to clean between the keys. Use a damp cloth or cotton swabs to clean the keys. You can use cleaning solution, but apply to the cloth instead of spraying it onto the keyboard.

4-Continue on to the mouse. If you have an optical mouse, you just need to wipe it down and make sure that the bottom is unobstructed. If you have a mouse with a ball or a tracker ball mouse, you need to take the ball out, clean it, and then take a toothpick or pin and clean the grime off of the rollers. Reassemble the mouse when you're done. Use a toothpick or pin to clean the cracks around the edge and buttons of the mouse.

5-Open your computer’s casing and clean inside it. This is the most delicate part so be careful. Use compressed air to blow away the dust. Pay special attention to the areas around the fan, any vents on the side, and the motherboard. You can find a miniature vacuum cleaner that you can use to clean out the dust. Do not use anything liquid inside your computer.

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Cleaning Toilet Bowl Stains

The tips below will help to get your commode in tip-top toilet shape

Keep it cleanThe first step is avoidance of stains. You can do this by simply keeping the toilet clean. Cleaning it on a weekly basis is usually enough to keep stains from building up.But, if the product you’re using now does the job, stick with it. Just keep to a regular cleaning schedule.

Determine if the toilet is stained – or scratched

Some toilets are stained. That’s the easy fix. Others are scratched. That is, abrasive metal objects were used to clean the toilet and they have scratched the porcelain surface. If this describes your toilet, it's a lost cause and it should be replaced.That’s why you should always use pure plastic brushes to clean your toilet and nothing else.

Stain fighters

If you find that your toilet is stained even after you’ve cleaned it, then you might need to enlist a stronger cleaning agent. If you decide to get rough, be sure to flush the toilet and turn off the water, getting out as much water from the bowl as possible. Having less water in the bowl means less dilution of the cleaning agents.

Use these cleaners, and again, use them with an all-plastic scrub brush. Don’t EVER use those toilet brushes with metal wires and plastic bristles poking out of them. The metal can scratch and permanently damage a toilet.

Here are some of the most popular cleaning agents – from mild to wild

Vinegar:

This old fashioned product is great for hard water deposits. Pour two to three cups in the toilet and let it sit over night. Your toilet will love you in the morning.

Bleach:

A little tougher, bleach is a good choice for a pretty potty. Sometimes the same chemical you use on your laundry is all you need to make the bowl turn snowy white. Add about ½ cup and let it sit in the bowl as long as possible, making sure to remove the fuzzy lid cover first which could be damaged by the bleach.

Borax:

This powder found in the laundry section at the grocery story is an old fashioned workhorse. Sprinkle it in and work that powder with your plastic brush. Let it sit in the bowl for half an hour. Flush, and it will be snowy white again.

Calcium cleaners:

Some areas have hard water and if this is your case, this water can leave scale or lime desposits and it requires a cleaner made for lime. These special cleaners, under the names of “CLR” and “Limeaway” are indispensable for hard water stains. Empty as much water from the bowl as possible and saturate it with the cleaner. Scrub and let it sit. You may need to do repeat applications to “eat” away all the lime deposits.

Iron cleaners:

Many areas have water with iron. This can leave a reddish ring around the bowl or stain the bowl with a reddish orange tint. If this describes your toilet, products made for iron include “Iron Out” and “Rit Rust Remover.” Again, remove as much water from the bowl as possible and use the cleaner. You may need repeat applications. Make sure you have adequate ventilation as well as eye (goggles) and skin protection (gloves).

Scrubbers, etc.

Some items are sold for “scouring” out toilet stains, such as small pieces of “screening” and pumice stones. I would never recommend you use these products because you could scratch the porcelain surface and once this is done, you will never be able to get the toilet clean again. Avoid these at all costs.

Hydrochloric acid :

Buy this at hardware stores. Follow the directions exactly. This will eat away stains from the past 40 years. Don’t let it sit longer than the directions indicate or you will “etch” the surface of the porcelain, and the toilet will stain faster than ever.

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