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Automotive Cut Polish

General Information:

A cut polish is used to remove old wax, surface oxidation, road grime, and anything else that may be on the surface of a cars original finish.

Tools & Techniques:

Best done by a professional, but to cut polish your automotive finish there are a number of commercially available products. A polishing paste is applied in a similar manner as an automotive wax. The difference between a polishing paste and a wax is that while a wax leaves a protective finish, polishing paste contains minute abrasives that remove surface imperfections and built up residue. After using a polishing paste the vehicle still requires a full waxing, as polishing paste may remove any old protectant, leaving the vehicle more vulnerable to environmental damage.

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Automotive & Marine Battery Posts

General Information:

Automotive and Marine battery posts carry a high amperage power to the starter and accessories such as the radio and lights. As a result of the electrical current there will be a tendency for molecular build up on the terminals and cables. When neglected this build up is visible and can even inhibit the current transmission from the battery, resulting in little or no current. The symptoms of a low or dead battery can often be attributed to this simple problem.

Tools & Technique:

To clean automotive and marine battery posts, use a wire brush or battery post cleaner. A mixture of water and baking soda will help neutralize any corrosive buildup. Once the posts are clean, a little petroleum jelly will prevent subsequent corrosion

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Automotive Engines

Tools & Technique:

To clean automobile engines, use a commercially available product. Spray generously onto a cool engine, allow degreasers to work, then hose off, avoiding electrical wires, connections, and boxes.

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Automotive Waxing

General Information:

To wax automotive finishes there are a number of commercially available waxes, including pastes, liquids, and sprays. Wax is a very important aspect of your vehicles appearance and longevity. Wax is an effective, very thin, durable, barrier between the painted surface and the environment. Most experts recommend waxing your automobile twice per year once at the beginning of winter and once at the beginning of summer. These are the two most extreme seasons and waxing at these times offers the best protection.

Tools & Technique:

First wash your car thoroughly. Feel the surface if it is rough to the touch after washing you may need to find a proffessional for a cut polish. Apply the wax on a small area, by rubbing in a circular motion. Allow the wax to dry to a haze, then buff to a polish with a clean cotton cloth. Old cloth diapers are the best, but any thick cotton cloth that has been previously washed will polish without leaving lint. Two coats of wax will provide a deeper shine and added protection.

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Aluminum Boats

Tools & Technique:

To clean an aluminum boat, remove all oil and grease with a degreasing fluid. A commercially available cleaner, polish, and wax will protect bare aluminum from the elements. For painted aluminum, use a mild soap and water, rinse thoroughly and protect with a carnauba wax

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Cleaning Bicycles

Tools & Chemicals:

Dish soap, bucket, soft cloth, sponge, brush & hose.

Technique:

If the drivetrain is dirty and requires cleaning, clean the drivetrain before the frame.

Using a garden hose or bucket wet down the frame. Do not use spray attachment, it will force water into areas you don’t want it. Wash the bike like you would a car using the cloth for hard to reach areas and the brush for stubborn dirt. Use the hose to rinse off the frame, handlebars etc. again do not use a sprayer just a gentle rinsing action. Dry the frame with a terry towel and apply a wax (car wax will do)this will make future washing easier. To clean the tires use the same technique, washing gives you a good opportunity to inspect for damage and signs of future maintenance concerns.

A good wax to use is a spray type car wax and just spray your clean cloth and wax your frame. Make clean up easier and rinse your bike after you get home from a hard ride in the mud, the extra few minutes will save you 10 times the amount in time if you let the mud cake on.
Wash your bike leaning against a garage wall or some form of solid support to prevent it from falling when washing and causing damage.

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Cleaning Particles From Swimming Pool

Here is a question from Angelina;

I can’t get the little particles out of my pool, they just go through the net.

Pool season is once again upon us, which is great except all the work to get the pool going. What would help you a great deal is a clarifier which helps maintain the sparkle by coagulating small particles into larger masses which will enable your filter or skimmer to remove them. You should add clarifier as part of your start up procedure. You should read the directions of the brand you buy however since there are many chemical makers with different concentrations etc.

Watch the filter pressure and back wash as necessary since the particulates will fill the filter (which is what you want in order to have sparkling water).
A pool supply store is a great resource, they usually test your water for free and they test everything from ph to calcium hardness etc. which is essential if you want your pool components to last. Have Fun!

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Baseball Bats

Description:

There are two main types of bats metal and wood.

Tools & Chemicals:

Cleaning rags, water, mild detergent, polish or wood oil.

Technique:

baseball_batWood bats should be washed with a rag, water and mild soap then dried immediately, especially if the bat is not finished or painted.  The key is to be gentle, using a soft cloth to wipe the bat clean. Aluminum bats can be cleaned the same way. For aluminum bats, try using a metal polish for an extra shine, but be sure the bat is dry first. If your wood bat is unfinished a light coat of wood oil will help protect the wood.
For ball scuffs try using a plastic pot scrubber and mild detergent to lightly scrub off the marks. Different brands of bats might be cleaned better with different products so be sure to try out different methods.

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Top 10 Traditional Laundry Cleaning Tips

1. Always check Symbols and descriptions

2. Sort clothes carefully

3. Pretreat stains

4. Use the correct water temperature

5. Large and small items should be mixed together

6. Use the correct kind and amount of laundry detergent

7. Use the appropriate washing cycle (Gentle, knits, tec.)

8. Be sure to rinse items thoroughly

9. Dry clothes at the proper temperature

10. Promptly remove clothes from dryer

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Top 10 Non-Traditional Laundry Tips

1. Join a nudist colony

2. Live at home forever (so Mom can do your laundry.

3. Invent, market, and use a new line of disposable clothes

4. Marry a drycleaner

5. Don’t eat fast food

6. Never get out of bed

7. Puree your food and drink through a straw

8. Never change a toner cartridge

9. Wear a garbage bag

10. Avoid small children

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