Show Homey Hints Hint nL BL Ruth Boward Homo home A Agent ent What is le the best beat way to clean lam lampshades This was the ques que- question Lion tion asked by Jane Maxwell the theother theother theother other night as I was WM giving a demonstration at her home for tor forthe forthe the Camas Kamas This seems to be a question common to most homemakers As Ae we all know clean lampshades lampshades lamp lamp- shades give better light besides looking better All AU fabric shades should be dusted with a soft brush or vacuum attachment Shades covered with color fast I preshrunk washable materials may be washed if they are re sewn and not glued to the frame Wash in a solution of lukewarm water and milk soapsuds Use a utensil large largo enough to completely cover the shade with water Dip the shade up and down until it is clean It may be necessary to use usen a n very soft brush for badly soiled areas Work quickly and gently Rinse in clean lukewarm water Dip sh shade de up and down changing the rinse un until tit water remains clear Dr Dry r rapidly 1 On a warm warin breezy d day y the shade may be tied to the clothes line If the sh shade de is dried Ind Indoors or hang it over but not directly on on a II register regis ter or radiator If possible use an electric fan to hasten drying Dry clean l an all sh shades de with 1 painted paint paint- ed designs or decorations that will not withstand washing Paper shades may be cleaned with wallpaper cleaner or art gum aum eraser If the paper paper ia Is of good quality a good method is to wipe the surface surface sur sur- face with a soft cloth dipped in milk Touch the surface lightly the milk does the cleaning As the cloth doth becomes soiled use a afresh afresh afresh fresh piece and fresh supply of milk If the paper starts softening softening soften soften- ing let the shade dry then continue continue con con- cleaning Happy Valentines |