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How to Clean up a Spill

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How to Clean up a Spill: step-by-step guide

Cleaning a spill right away keeps floors safe and prevents stains.

  1. Stop and tell someone nearby so no one slips.

  2. Get paper towels, a cloth, or a mop.

  3. Blot the spill from the outside toward the middle instead of wiping it wider.

  4. Keep blotting until the area is no longer wet.

  5. Wash the area with a little soap and water if the spill was sticky.

  6. Dry the spot and throw away used paper towels or put the cloth in the laundry.

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