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• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Platinum

  Expensive fluids or professional cleaning aren’t necessary. Try this.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

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