Cleaning Tools and Materials

Sweeping Tools and Sweeping Aids

Soft broom

•Used to sweep wooden, tiled, and cemented floors

Hard broom

•Used to sweep wet floors, walls, corners, edges, and slides; commonly called “walis tingting”

Long- handled broom

•Used to sweep ceilings and high walls

Dust pan

•Used for gathering dust and dirt disposal

Trash can

•Used for disposal of dust and dirt after cleaning.

Scrubbing Tools

Coconut husk (“bunot”)

•Used to clean dry, cemented, tiled, and wooden floors.

Coconut or plastic brush

•Used to scrub unpolished floors.

Mop

•Used for wiping cement or tiled floors dry.

Dusting and Wiping Tools and Materials

Feather and cloth dusters

•Used to remove dust from window sills and furniture

Damp newspaper

•Used to wipe mirrors and glass.

Practical Techniques for Cleaning the Parts

of the House

Sweeping the floor

• Start sweeping from the end of the room.

• Keep the broom close to the floor so that the dirt and dust pan to pick up the dirt.

• Use a dust pan to pick up the dirt.

• Sweep a second time to make sure that all the dirt, dust, and litter are properly swept.

Washing the dishes

• Remove all particles of food left on the plates and platters

• Classify and stack the dishes, glasses, spoons, forks, and other kitchen utensils

• Soak greasy pans with hot soapy water.

• Wash first the glasses, cups, and saucers, then the plates and other serving spoons.

• Wash the knives separately to avoid accident.

Why do we have to clean the house?• A clean house provides comfort and people will feel

at ease. You will enjoy your meals more if the house is orderly

• A clean house is a safe house. Things should be in order. Toys should not be left on the floor and stairs.

• Furniture last longer if they are regularly cleaned so you save money for repair and replacement.

• A clean house has an effect on the family member. Coming home to a clean house makes you feel good. You feel happy

• Usually, people judge you by the looks of your place. A clean house gives a good impression.

Long Quiz on HELE IV (Jan. 8, 2015) •My family – Its Meaning and

Importance, 75-79

•Responsibilities of Family Members, 83-84

• The House and Its Surroundings, 97-98

•Cleaning Tools and Materials for the House and the Yard, 100-104

•Practical techniques for Cleaning the Parts of the House, 106-109