my husband saw me on your web site, since my husband is an outdoors man, he wants to know if you can teach me how to CLEAN wild game!! Just kidding. Actually, I need to know how to take care of my silk floral arrangements.
peggy
Illinois
Peggy,
Good thing you were joking, because wild game is one thing Merry Maids has never been asked to clean (unless it's already mounted on the wall!) As for your silk arrangements, There are a variety of methods, and the right one might depend on how large and how hardy the arrangement is.
First, you can use compressed air — the kind that comes in a can. It can be directed into all the little nooks and crannies of arrangements. Small arrangements that can be removed from vases and held by the stems can be put flower side down in a paper bag that has a cup or two of dry rice. Close the bag around the stems and give the bag a few good shakes. The rice will help move the dust and dirt off the flowers. This can also be tried with salt. The salt (or rice) can be saved and used several times.
If you have large plants, like trees, you can hose them down or put them in the shower. You’ll want to test getting an inconspicuous leaf wet before doing this, but many silk plants can live up to this type of treatment. Be sure to protect “dirt” area from getting too wet if you use this process. Always use cool water as hot water can loosen glue used in arrangements.
You can even try a vacuum (cover the end with a pair of panty hose) or a blow dryer on a cool setting.
Have a great day!
Merry Maids
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Before following any of the cleaning information, methods, advice or suggestions above, always test a small area that is less visible first. Also, you should consult the manufacturer's care instructions and warnings before trying any of the above. Due to the general nature of the advice in this material, neither Merry Maids, L.P.®, nor its individual franchises assumes any responsibility or accepts liability for any loss, damage or injury, which may be incurred as a result of any action inspired by information, advice or suggestions through this material.
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