The following recipe will clean and revive these surfaces beautifully.

All-purpose Cleaner

Substitute lemon juice for white vinegar if you wish, and use sweet orange or lemon essential oil for a delightful citrus fragrance.

• 1 tablespoon borax

• 2 cups very hot water

• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

• 1 teaspoon liquid castile soap

• 10 drops essential oil of your choice

Dissolve the borax in the water, and then add the other ingredients. Use a spray bottle to apply the cleaner to laminated and plastic surfaces. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.