Saturday, July 28, 2012

How To Clean my Glass top Stove

I have a brand new glass top stove.  I can usually get it clean with my kitchen cloth or an enviro cloth.  But, after mac and cheese boils over, I break out my Cleaning Paste and that does the trick.

Burnt on to stove top.
However, this time I wasn't sure what was burnt on and my usual tricks weren't working.  So, along with my CP, I grabbed my Spirisponge.  That got most of it off, but not everything (should have taken a pic, but I was in a "get-it-done" mode).  I upped the anty and grabbed a Spirinet.  That did the trick.  Good as new!
All clean thanks to my Cleaning Paste and Spirinet.
I scrubbed good and hard with that Spirinet and there are no scratches on my stove top.  But, that pesky burnt-on something didn't stand a chance.  Clean Happy!

Saturday, July 21, 2012

Saturday, July 14, 2012

How Do I Take Care of My Norwex Cloths


FAQ
How do I use these cloths?
Our antibac microfiber cloths should be used with water only.  Our highly effective microfiber pulls everything off the surface being cleaned.  The silver instantly starts self-purifying the cloth so it is ready to use the next time it is needed.  Antibac cloths will be labeled as such on the Norwex tag.

If the cloth is not antibac (no silver) you may use it with soap. 

How do I care for these cloths?
After each use, all cloths should be rinsed thoroughly and hung to dry.  When the microfiber is full (you’ll notice it’s not picking up as much as it should) it’s time to wash it.  Wash all cloths in your washing machine on hot with low lint items (I recommend sheets).  Hang to dry.  Do not use fabric softener or bleach.

Can I use detergent with these cloths?
Yes, use a little bit of detergent in each load.  We recommend using a filler-free detergent (like Norwex UPP, of course!).  Once every month or two it’s a good idea to give your cloths a deep cleaning.  You can do this by boiling cloths (one at a time) for 10 – 15 minutes or putting them in a crockpot, on low, for 3 - 4 hours. 

Is my cloth ruined if I use fabric softener or they are washed with towels?
NO!  It’s easy to fix.  Boil the cloth or soak in a crock pot.  This will open up the microfibers, releasing the fabric softener or lint.  The only thing that can permanently damage your cloths is bleach.  

Please feel free to contact me with questions.  If your cloths are take care of properly, they will last for several years.

Sunday, July 8, 2012

Why Use Norwex Towels?

Below is a link to a news piece that aired this past May on Channel 4 (WCCO):

http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/video-on-demand/?autoStart=true&clipId=7292256

After seeing this, I can't tell you how relieved I was that the towels hanging in my kitchen and bathrooms are all Antibac Norwex towels.



I have always been grossed out by kitchen towels and dish rags.  After just one or two uses they start to stink and I could even smell it on my hands (ewww).  The first thing I did every morning was take yesterday's towels and rags and put them in the laundry room.  When I was first introduced to Norwex Tea Towel Set and Kitchen Cloth Set I was told that the self-purifying silver would make them last several days.  Despite this, I had little faith that these kitchen cloths and towels would last too long in my kitchen.  I remember checking my first kitchen cloth (it was yellow, if I remember correctly) after using it for a day and I was shocked that it didn't smell at all.  It took me a while to get comfortable using my cloths more than two or three days before throwing them in the wash.  But now I use them until I don't remember the last time I switched cloths.  They clean up great.  And every few weeks I soak them in the crock pot (for 3 or 4 hours).  I've noticed that the kitchen cloths, more than any other Norwex cloths I use throughout my home, need a deep cleaning on a regular basis.

When it comes to the bathroom,  I recommend the X-Large Bath towel over the Large size.  To be completely honest, if you like a really plush, soft bath towel, these will fall short.  However, if you like a towel that doesn't get musty and cleans itself while hanging in your bathroom between uses, this is the one for you!  I still wash ours once a week or so, but more out of habit than necessity.

For kids I recommend the cute kids' bath towel.  It's a bit thicker than the regular bath towels and big enough to fit kids up to age 7. 



The Body Cloths are great for kids and adults alike.  You can also get the Baby Body Cloths, but my kids prefer the bigger size.  I bought the vibrant pack and each of my three kids has their own specific color.  For myself, I have a the natural pack and keep one near my sink for washing my face before bed and one hanging in my shower.  I went soap-free a couple of months ago and I'm loving it.  Saving time and money while getting squeaky clean!


Lastly, but not least, is the Antibac Hand Towel.  I have one (or two) hanging in each bathroom.  It's like wiping my hands on a new towel with every use.  I have three kids, one of whom is a 6-year old boy, and it eases my mind knowing that the boy germs on his poorly washed hands are no match for the silver in this towel.



There is a peace of mind that comes along with the Norwex Antibac microfiber products.  Who wouldn't want that?