It's been lovely. Having windows open as opposed to the air conditioning pumping is wonderful, don't you think?
This morning as I began to "air out" the rooms, opening windows and turning on ceiling fans, I looked up. I had a brain fart. I couldn't remember the last time I had cleaned the blades on the fans. It was probably in the Spring, but then again, I forgot to brush my teeth before bed last night, so I don't trust myself.
I hopped into action (Ethan was playing peacefully and Isaac was off at school--it's always important to know where your children are before starting a cleaning project. Trust me. We had a clogged toilet that needed serious plumbing attention thanks to Isaac's idea to throw Dixie cups down while it was mid flush--I was cleaning the other bathroom. Guilty.)
Here are tools you need to effectively clean a ceiling fan:
1. If your fan is light to mid dusty/dirty, you can simply grab a sturdy step stool, ladder, or chair, your vacuum and brush attachment, flip the switch, and suck it up.
2. If your fan is mid to heavily dusty/dirty, you can start by having a bucket of warm, lightly soapy water and a couple of clothes (one wet and one dry). Lay down a bed sheet or drop-cloth beneath the fan and the chair or ladder you are on. Wipe down each blade, stroking the cloth toward yourself. (WARNING! Do not inhale directly, unless you'd like dust bunnies hunkering down in your nostrils). If you have a mask and want to wear it, it's fine too. I never have; it makes me feel like I'm cleaning up a biochemical spill. Use the dry cloth to wipe down, and then pick up the drop cloth carefully. Vacuum after all is done, if you're like me.
3. While you're up there, you might as well wipe the ceiling around the fan. Dust particles collect here as well.
Not a tough or time consuming project, but one that equally makes one feel like you conquered.
And you can turn on the fans without wearing your biochemical mask. Hurray for clean air!
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