BLACK SCUFF MARKS: on any floor can be instantly wiped away with a small amount of baby oil or petroleum jelly on a cleaning rag. Afterwards, be sure to wipe te floor thoroughly with a spray cleaner, or it will have a slippery spot.

TO REMOVE GUM: from leather, just put a dab of peanut butter on the gum. In a bit, the gum will peel right off.

BAKING SODA: mixed with ground cinnamon or cloves makes a great carpet freshener.

DRYER SOFTENER SHEETS: are excellent to use to wipe your TV screen.

TO CLEAN PEWTER: rub the item with the outer leaves of a head of cabbage. Then buff with a soft cloth, strange but true!!

TO CLEAN MINI BLINDS: or slatsof shutters, use a clean paintbrush. It's a lot cheaper than buying expensive blind cleaning tools.

MAKE WINDOW CLEANER: by mixing equal parts of vinegar, ammonia and water. Put in a spray bottle, squirt on window and wipe with newspaper or towels.

FILL A PAINT ROLLER: with your favorite wall washing solution and use a clean paint roller to wash your walls. Rinse with clear water. It goes much faster than sponging.

USE A SMALL: brush-type air roller to clean radiators. Stick a pencil into the brush, making a handle and it's a wonderful brush for hard to clean places.