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Does your home have one or more staircases? If so, you probably
know how important it is to keep them clear of objectives, to
prevent injuries, and to keep them clean, so they look and feel
nice to bare feet. Here are a few tips for keeping them neat and
attractive.
1. Don't let family members leave anything laying on the steps.
Whether it be toys, clothes, newspapers, or homework, a
staircase is not the right place for storage. Being bumped down
the steps not only may lose things, but they can pose safety
hazards to those using the steps. Insist that everyone take
their possessions with them when going up or coming down.
2. Vacuum carpet-covered steps weekly. Use a hand vac or a
sweeper with an extension cord so you don't have to carry it up
or down the stairs with you. Vacuum each carpeted tread, with
special attention to the inside crease where one step meets
another. Don't forget the side panels or railings, especially if
these are carpet-covered, along with landings between each
flight of steps and the bottom floor after the last step.
3. Dust wooden steps, rubber treads, or other types of
staircase coverings. Use a clean cloth to do this by hand. A
feather duster won't be of much help on surfaces like these.
Your fingers can get into each step's crease and corner, as well
as the facing panel (if the staircase is enclosed). Use a thin
fabric, like cheesecloth, that is flexible and easy to
manipulate for cleaning grooves and designs on your steps.
4. Don't overlook the auxiliary step areas. These include the
side panels, railings, handrails, and landings. If they are made
of wood, not only will you want to dust them, but you may want
to polish them with furniture wax to keep them bright and
gleaming. Don't wax the steps or landing places where people's
feet touch, however, as this may become slippery and could lead
to a fall.
While you're at it, check for splinters and sand the finish to
remove them. You also may want to inspect your steps for mold if
they are in a damp place, like the basement, where you've had
problems with moisture buildup.
Occasionally you may need to scrub your steps, but be sure to
rinse away any soap residue to keep people from slipping and
falling. If you paint or varnish the steps, put up a sign or
remind everyone not to use the stairs until these surfaces are
completely dry. A clean, well-maintained staircase looks great,
adding a nice accent to any floor or part of the house. You can
trim the rails for holidays or adorn the stairwell with photos
or other decorating accents. On the other hand, a dirty, unkempt
staircase invites disaster while repelling guests' admiration.
Make step-cleaning a priority, along with your regular household
cleaning tasks. Since most of us take the steps up or down each
day in our homes, it makes sense to keep them clean and in good
working order.
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Written by: Charles Kassotis
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