A chandelier at the top of a two-story entry can be the dickens to clean. Two choices: 1. Ignore it. 2. Drag out the ladder and go to work. Here's an easy way: Find a lightweight cotton sock - not one from your last fishing trip - place it over a thin feather duster and attach to an extension handle. Spray the sock with window cleaner and it does a fairly good job. A stepladder is necessary though, for a thorough cleaning.
To clean the glass baubles, place a terry towel in the bottom of a sink, partially fill with water adding some automatic dishwashing detergent and rubbing alcohol. Remove the baubles from the chandelier, let them soak and dry.
Sprays are available that clean without removing the baubles if used frequently. Protect your furniture and carpet by laying down plastic, then newspaper. You can mix your own spray by partially filling a 32 oz spray bottle with water, add one tablespoon of automatic dish washing detergent, ¼ cup rubbing alcohol and 1/3 cup vinegar.. Finish filling the bottle with water. This is a wonderful window cleaner too
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