In article . com>,
"Sheldon" > wrote:

> OmManiPadmeOmelet wrote:
> > In article id>,
> > Rocky > wrote:
> >
> > > Hi All
> > >
> > > I need to clean up an area around a range that hasn't been cleaned in
> > > years. There's a nasty buildup of grease and dust and the grease is
> > > partially oxidized to boot.
> > >
> > > Is there anything that will really cut this grease? Industrial
> > > strength? It's OK if it takes the paint off - I need to repaint, too.
> > >
> > > Thanks in advance.
> > >
> > > Rocky
> >
> > Sheldon will say Ammonia but I've not tried that yet.
>
> How do you know what I will say... and especially since you haven't
> tried what you claim I will say... what's wrong with you?!?!?

It's what you have suggested in the past? :-)

>
> I wouldn't suggest ammonia in a open living space.

Ok, sorry!
"Household" ammonia IS used a lot for cleaning, especially floors and if
you dilute it well, it's ok.

Windex Glass cleaner is primarily diluted ammonia and I DO use that to
clean my glass top stove, and I also use it on the electric grill all
the time.

>
> I haven't a clue what kind of surfaces need cleaning, until I know
> precisely I have no opinion. I cleaned the windows in my office today,
> used Windex commercial formula, contains vinegar... works very well,
> but that's glass, don't really know what I'd suggest using to clean
> grease from a painted dry wall... may need in the end to replace the
> sheet rock, and then cover it with something more durable/washable than
> wall paint... perhaps ceramic tile, brick, metal...
>
> Sheldon

It is my intention to cover all of the sheetrock in my kitchen with
ceramic tile! The counter top too.

I can hardly wait.

Cheers!

>
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Om.

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