Anne Marie, who is allergic to most brands of bathroom cleaner, has found a product that she can use: the handcleaner GoJo. She recommends putting a little on a damp sponge. It has a nice orange smell and works well to clean tubs and showers. It has a mild abrasive, and can be used on fiberglass tub units without scratching. It is available at BJ's wholesale stores (if you have one in your area; we don't). It is probably also available at automotive stores also. Remember a little goes a long way.

Circe, always a delightful source of information, supplied these hints.

For scummy shower doors, use lemon oil. It makes it clear again and stays pretty nice for most of the week ( unless the water runs directly on it!)

For cleaning tile, try a spray bottle of bleach (be sure you have plenty of ventilation).

For ovens, take a bowl of ammonia in hot water and leave it in the oven overnight to soften spots. Or place soaked paper towels over them. Elbow grease is necessary, and in a pinch use a sharp knife or razor to scape the worst ones off.

Metal (steel) souring pads work better and last longer than Brillo or Sos.

For walls try cleaning with only ammonia and water. Use straight ammonia on the really bad spots with a scrubby sponge.

Rubbing alcohol works on a lot of the kids' wall marks like pencils, etc.

Another quickie shine product is future floor polish for painted furniture, doors and mouldings, kitchen cabinets, table and chair legs. It cleans, gives a shine which lasts a long time, and makes everyone think you've spent all your time cleaning your house! Circe adds this important note: DO NOT USE ON ANTIQUES!