LESSON II.
CLEANING.
Consists of several formulas for making Standard cleaning fluids, and the best method of using same, in the cleaning of all kinds of garments. How to prepare garments to be cleaned. How to steam clean. How to dry clean. The secret of success in cleaning. To clean velvet and velveteen. To remove paint, tar, grease and ink from garments. How to wash woolens. How to wash black woolen dresses. How to clean silk, satin and lace. To remove grease from delicate fabrics. To remove stains from linen and cotton goods. A formula for making moth preventative.
CLEANING FLUID.
(Formula.)
2 ounces Chloroform.
3 ounces Wood Alcohol.
2 ounces Sulphur Ether.
2 ounces Spirit of Wine.
10 ounces Ammonia.
3 ounces Oil of Turpentine.
2 ounces Glycerine.
Place all seven chemicals in one bottle.
3 ounces Borax.
3 ounces French Castile Soap.
DIRECTIONS TO MIX:
Cut the French Castile Soap in fine shavings, dissolve them together with the Borax, in four quarts of boiling water, cool this solution, being careful that all the soap is dissolved, then strain through muslin or thin woolen cloth, to remove any sediment. Then add the other seven chemicals, mix and shake well. This will make five quarts Cleaning Fluid.
This cleaning fluid may be used on any garment with good results, as it will not injure the fibre of the cloth. Always rinse spot good with clean water and sponge, after using cleaning fluids.