Cleaning: page 16

In “How to clean wood and faux-wood blinds while they hang”

What if I cannot safely reach the top slats?

Leave them until you have suitable access or help. Pulling down on the blind or reaching from unstable furniture is not a cleaning method.

In “How to clean dry dirt from suede shoes”

Can suede shoes go in the washing machine?

Clarks advises against machine-washing suede shoes. Use the care method specified for the material and construction.

In “How to clean dry dirt from suede shoes”

Will a suede brush remove every stain?

No. Dry brushing addresses loose surface dirt and nap. A persistent oil, salt or dye mark needs an appropriate assessment before another treatment.

In “How to clean dry dirt from suede shoes”

Should I polish suede like smooth leather?

Do not substitute a smooth-leather polish for a suede-care product. Check that any proposed treatment specifically suits the shoe’s finish.

How to clean an all-plastic hairbrush

Remove loose hair, gently clean between the teeth with warm soapy water, rinse as directed and let the brush dry naturally.

In “How to clean an all-plastic hairbrush”

Can I use this method on a wooden hairbrush?

Not without its maker’s instructions. Wood, natural bristles and cushioned bases can require different care from an open plastic brush.

In “How to clean an all-plastic hairbrush”

Should I use a hairdryer to finish quickly?

Follow the brush instructions. Ordinary Tangle Teezer detangling brushes should air-dry; heat permission for a blow-styling brush does not apply to every model.

In “How to clean an all-plastic hairbrush”

Do I need to open the handle to get water out?

Do not force a closed brush apart. Ask its manufacturer how to address trapped water without breaking the body.