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- Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.
- If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.
- This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
- Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
- Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.
- Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.
- Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
- Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.
- The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.
- Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.
- Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
- Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.
- These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.
- An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.
- Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.
- This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
- A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.
- First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.
- The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.
- Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

