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Show wednesdoy Morch 20, 1985 Vernal Exprmfldvertisef S 2 1 When spring clean-up time rolls around: equal work for equal pay "Man Power!" Is it a new wash- ay miracle, the rallying cry of a en s rights organization or a solu- on to the energy crisis? Actually, it's none of the above. It is, however, ne solution to another kind of energy crisis the superwoman's fonstant pressure to juggle home, amily and job. With 51 percent of American Jvomen now in the work force and fnore en route, this spring will find jnore men cleaning up around the house supplying some of the power heeded to scrub the tub and wax the floors. For an orderly home Establishing a timetable that cor responds to a spring cleaning plan is the key to an orderly household. With this advice in mind, Bon Ami, the cleaning product that has scrubbed up American homes for almost a century, offers these suggestions to the duo who find "togetherness" one way to stamp out grime more efficiently. Concentrate your efforts, Do one room at a time before moving on. However, before getting down to the nitty-gritty, first remove the messy clutter. Start by emptying wastebaskets and clearing furniture tops, then proceed to dust, wash or shampoo. Share and share alike Although housework should be a shared affair, try keeping out of one r 11 11 Ixl Jl llfl Swing Into Spring With a New T-Shirt Check our prices on complete team uniforms For Easter we have hand crafted baskets and Barbie doll clothes sets another's hair by taking on your "own" rooms. You'll be less tempted temp-ted to criticize your partner's cleaning clean-ing methods. A good rule is to start at the top. Clean chandeliers, light fixtures and pictures first, then work your way down to tables, chairs,, window sills and finally the floor. Gather together all the cleaning supplies ahead of time. A large bucket is ideal for holding cleansers, rags, sponges and other essentials. To make the job more economical as well as easier, use a multipurpose multi-purpose cleaner that cleans and shines everything from chrome to porcelain without leaving a scratch or streak. Rather than shuffling furniture from one room to another in an ef fort to shampoo the carpet, save time and back-breaking effort by covering each furniture leg with a small plastic bag. Then, simply move the furniture aside to clean the area and then return to its orignal spot. Pick a day and time that's convenient conve-nient for the two of you. While some prefer a Saturday morning blitz, others unwind by conquering one major mess per night. When the husband pitches in, he not only saves his working wife precious time and effort but also helps create the cooperative household sprit that's crucial when both partners work. 1J Fluorescent T-Shirts Long John-Old Tinier Shirts 20 Off Sweatshirts and Jackets THE TRADITIONAL AREA of "women's work" is pelting done a lot faster as huhaiida are learning up with wives to make hoiiHecleaniiig a joint effort. According to cleaning experts ex-perts at Bon Ami, America's good friend ttince 1HJ56, a duo cleaning plan works hest if: you pick a day or time of day that accommodates both spouses' schedule; concentrate dual efforts ef-forts on one room at a time and Mart at the top working down; keep all supplies clone ut hand; use an all-purpose product such as Bon Ami which cleans ever) thing from windows to Maudes steel; and stay out of each other's hair to ensure household and cleaning harmony. In ht )tar a ft ady-to-wr ar MrU firl produrrd In Nwth America? t n H , 1 1 I kid "', :: . iy- 1- ' m .-r . " - y Super Price On This 6 Ft. Dish with Polar Mount One Piece Construction (or Precise Paraboli Curve Complete With Precision Polar Mount Takes Up Very Little Space Button Hook LNA Mount and Fiberglass LNA Cover Included Incredible Low Price! In the Maeser Shopping Center 459 N. 2500 W.-789-3410 |