INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Both flat and eggshell (also called satin) latex paints look nice on interior walls because they don’t bounce a lot of light. Unfortunately, these popular paint finishes can be finicky to clean. These finishes can be damaged easily, so do not use chemicals or degreasers on this kind of paint. Choose a gentle dish detergent that is free from dyes. After mixing a few drops with about 0.5 gallons (1,900 ml) of warm water, soak a sponge in the solution. Another option is to mix 2–3 tablespoons (30–44 ml) of white vinegar with 1 gallon (3,800 ml) of warm water. It is very easy to leave streaks on flat and eggshell/satin walls. This means you want to use as little cleansing solution as possible. After soaking the sponge in the solution of your choice, wring it out until it’s just about dry.  Never use scrubby sponges or rough materials. A soft cellulose sponge will work best. Rub your soft, barely-wet sponge over the wall. Work from top to bottom. Move to the right and do another vertical area. Make your way across the wall in this pattern.  Remoisten and wring out your sponge as needed. You may need a chair or step-stool to reach the top of your wall. Since you are using a very gentle solution, one pass may not get your wall completely clean. If your wall was pretty dirty to begin with, it is a good idea to do a second pass. Pause and make some fresh solution. Begin again at the top left corner of your wall. Your solution is diluted enough that you shouldn’t need to rinse it off. Open some windows and/or doors. Turn on a fan. Give your wall plenty of time to air dry. Avoid drying your wall with towels, as this is more likely to leave streaks. If possible, wash your walls when it is warm outside.

SUMMARY: Avoid harsh chemicals on flat and eggshell finishes. Mix a few drops of dish detergent in a 0.5 gallons (1,900 ml) of water. Wring the sponge out completely. Start at the top, left-hand side of your wall. Make a second pass. Let your wall air-dry.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you prefer T-shirts without designs, stick with plain black or white—even the V-neck style if that's your thing! If you like to be a bit more eye-catching, wear band shirts from 2-tone bands like The Specials, Madness, The Beat, The Selector, and Bad Manners.  Pair your white T-shirt with checkered black and white braces and a hat with the same pattern. For band ideas, look at the 1960s ska artists that influenced popular 2-tone bands. Check out Prince Buster and other artists on the Trojan Records label. Polos are commonly black, white, and darker colors like navy blue and burgundy. The most popular brands are Lambretta and Fred Berry, but be wary—the latter is pretty expensive. Combine a white polo with a black trilby hat and dark slacks. The most common button-down shirts are from the British clothing brand Ben Sherman, especially those with checker patterns, clock colors, and flannel. You can also wear short-sleeve button-downs in the summer.  Pair your button-down shirt with slacks for a great match. For example, beige or gray slacks and a button-down shirt with a flannel black and white pattern looks great. If you're going with a button-down shirt, try and find one with pearl-decorated buttons to create a vintage feel. Front pockets are also a great addition. Waistcoats are sleeveless upper-body clothing pieces that are usually worn over dress shirts or plain T-shirts. The iconic Harrington jacket with plaid lining is another option. For the winter, try wearing a plain V-neck sweater.  Layer your waistcoat over a band shirt or plain black or white shirt. Wear jackets and waistcoats in black, white, or a black and white checker pattern. If you wear a 3-button dress jacket, keep the bottom button undone for style.

SUMMARY:
Wear T-shirts for a more casual, laid-back style. Stick with polos if you like a hint of class in your outfit. Wear button-down shirts for a nice balance of casual and classy. Try wearing a low waistcoat or Harrington jacket during cooler months.