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Dusting gloves easily slip onto your hand and allow you to wipe away dust using multiple contoured projections, but a simple cloth will work if you’re dusting by hand and don’t want to go to the trouble of shopping for new supplies. A dusting glove will be ready to use right out of the package, but you’ll want to slightly dampen the cloth before getting started as this will allow it to hold more dust. Softer materials like cotton and composites like microfiber will do a better job of collecting dust, especially when damp. You’ll need to get level with the ceiling fan in order to clean it by hand. Using an indoor ladder or step-stool, carefully position yourself under and slightly to the side of the fan. One of the advantages of manually cleaning your ceiling fan is that you can grab hold of the blades to stabilize them, and once you’ve finished cleaning one blade all you have to do is rotate the fan and you’re ready for the next. Be extremely careful when using a ladder for household tasks. Have someone hold the ladder for you, if you can, and never climb to the highest step. If no one is around to help, use conservative motions while on the ladder to prevent it from rocking. It’s recommended that you use a dusting spray like Pledge or Endust for best results; these sprays provide a layer of moisture to hold the dust in place and leave surfaces with a polished shine. Spritz a small stripe of dusting spray on each blade. You may not need to dampen your cloth when using a dusting spray. Some dusting sprays contain wax that can build up on surfaces and may not be good for them over time. Obviously, these are not recommended for use on certain materials. Make sure you look the product over to know exactly what you’re buying. Go over each fan blade with the cloth or dusting glove using straight, linear strokes. Thicker coatings of dust will likely require multiple passes when cleaning by hand, so you may have to periodically wring out the cloth before continuing. Apply the dusting spray a second time if you prefer, and look for dust that has escaped the fan once you’re done.

summary: Use a cloth or hand dusting glove. Set up a ladder or step stool to get closer to the fan. Apply some dusting spray. Wipe each blade clean.


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Sweet fruits like cherries are not typically used in traditional martinis. If you have a sour apple martini or a white chocolate martini, cherries add a nice syrupy sweetness, as well as brighten the color for a festive drink. Plop two or three cherries into the drink, or skewer them and lean them against the side of the glass. Apples are a great garnish for appletinis or other fruity martinis. Granny Smith apples add tartness rather than sweetness, so they are the most commonly used. Cut slices or cubes to garnish the drink with. Place them in a container with some lemon juice to keep them fresh if you cut them before you are ready to use them. If you want to try something even less common, add a sliver or whole pepper to the drink. Pickled pepperoncini or jalapeno are common peppers to use. Remember that both are pretty spicy, so add a small piece for just a hint of spice.

summary: Add maraschino cherries to fruity or chocolate martinis. Use a slice of green apple to add non-citrus tartness. Make a spicy martini with a pickled pepper.


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The thread count of a sheet affects its softness. Many people believe a higher thread count means softer sheets. However, many manufacturer's exaggerate thread count, so this is not necessarily always the case. In general, a thread count of over 200 is recommended for comfort. Anything above 800 is probably unnecessary. You can identify fabricated thread counts by thread type. Thread that is 2-ply is often twisted around itself to create a higher thread count. However, as the thread is of less high quality, this does not mean the sheets will be softer. Be wary of sheets made from 2-ply thread. Most sheets are finished with a chemical process to keep them from wrinkling. If you're not adverse to chemical-based products, wrinkle free sheets can require a lot less upkeep. However, if you're wary about chemicals, look for sheets labeled as organic. If you're buying a patterned sheet, it may use a lot of dye. Your sheets may feel stiff and uncomfortable if you don't wash them a few times before use. If you have a sensitivity to any type of dye, avoid getting sheets that contain that product. Most varieties of sheets come in many different colors and patterns. Ideally, you'll want colors that match the scheme of your room. For example, if you have a room with blue wallpaper, you may want to go with blue sheets. Keep in mind dark colors hide stains better. If you're buying sheets for a very young child, who may have an accident in the bed, go for darker sheets.
summary: Pick an appropriate thread count. Pay attention to finish. Look at what types of dyes are used. Pick the right color.