The Fireplace is my next cleaning project. It has been neglected since our last fire in late spring, about 3 months ago! The dust buildup is at an extreme level and I just can't stand it any longer. The Christmas tree hid this area for a few weeks, but there is no hiding it now.
I have been putting this off because I find it really difficult to wedge myself between the fireplace and the wall and reach the back corner - but after some yoga maneuvers and deep breathing, I managed to squeeze myself over and down into the abyss.
After the initial sweep out from around the back I noticed that there was still the remnants of our last fire in the firebox. I had initially thought the door was just dusty, but when I opened the door I found the firebox full of ashes and a half charred log - so I had an unexpected clean up of the inside of the firebox to do.
After I had emptied out the ashes I gave the walls a wipe down with an all purpose cleaner, wiped down the outside of the firebox and mopped the floor with the same. I then gave the carpet around the hearth a vacuum and I was done.
The top still looks a bit dusty, but I wiped all that away, so it is more the colour of the firebox. I would like to put some product on it that would bring out the black, but I need to get more advice on a good product to use and that is obviously not flammable. Still I'm pleased that the job is done and that I can move onto the next task.
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