(NAPSA)}—Many Americans re- cently came clean im an intriguing survey on how people really feel about tackling outdoor cleaning. According to the survey, nearly a quarter of U.S. homeowners would rather go to the dentist than scrub down the deck. Given the choice, another 25 percent would pick Mrs. Doubtfire, the cross-dressing housekeeperplayed by Robin Williams, for help with outdoor cleaning over any other eelebrity cleaning personality, including a maid with mob appeal, The Sopranas’ Liliana. “Whether you have an entire east helping or—like most of us— it’s just you and a bucket, the trend toward more outdoor living and entertaining is putting new demands on maintenance,” said John Schlesinger, Clorox Bleach brand manager. “Many people are demanding the same clean condi- tions outside that they require for the inside of their homes.” The demand has most people tackling jobs they would rather avoid, like cleaning out the garbage can. It topped the survey list of least favorite things te clean. Stull an overwhelming 69 percent of those polled would rather roll up their sleeves and clean the cans than toss them in the garbage and buy newones. For most respondents, cleaning isn’t the only problem. Finding the right cleaning products for outdoor jobs can be just as daunt- ing. Sixty-two percent of respondents say they have not been completely satisfied with the outdoor cleaners they bave used in the past. It didn’t take long for cleaning companies to lock at the numbers and see the need. The Clorox Company recently introduced Clorox Outdoor Bleach Among the things people least like to clean: garbage cans, the outside of the house and the driveway, patio, sidewalk or walkway. Cleaner, a bleach-based cleaning product specifically developedto clean and care for a variety of outdoor surfaces. It can eliminate tough stains, Schlesinger says, and has the power to clean dirt and grime on everything from decks to outdoor furniture. Clorox Outdoor Bleach Cleaner is specially formulated toe be safe on metals and plastics. Flere are a few tips to keep in mind while cleaning outdoors this season: Clean debris out of your gutters and ensure that downspouts are free of chstructions so water can flow freely. Make sure downspouts direct water away from the heuse to help keep water out. * To minimize pet odors, use a bleach cleaner on outdoor kennels and other pet areas. * Carry all your cleaning supples outside in a bucket so you don’t have to make a lot of trips back inside. Whatever your opinion, you ean find useful deaning information at www.clorox.com.
