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Teflon	Cleanup is a snap. That’s why so many people like Teflon.
Telephone	Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.
Television	These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.
The Clean Trust	The Clean Trust is an ANSI-accredited standards setting body for the flooring inspection, floor covering and specialized fabric cleaning, and disaster restoration industries.
Time	How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....
Toaster	For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.
Toaster oven	Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.
Toilet	Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.
Toilet cleaners	Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.
Toothbrush, old	Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.
Toxoplasmosis	A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Toys	Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.
Trash bags	What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.
Tricket	This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.
Trisodium phosphate (TSP)	An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
Truck-mounted extractor	These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.
Tub caulk	Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.