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• Put the Clinch on Clutter

  It’s not just you — many people have trouble throwing away. If you’re asking, “Should I keep that?” the Housekeeping Channel has the right answers.

• All About Wallpaper

  If it's dirty, should you wash it, or what?

• Repelling Rodents

  With mice and rats, the best cure is prevention. The best "Plan B" is immediate action.

• Vacuum Not Working as Well as It Should?

  Quick pointers in vacuum cleaner maintenance

• Turning Laundry on Its Side

  Benefits of the front-loading washing machine.

• Clean Wooden Wall Paneling Like a Pro

  Sealed wood is easy to clean since you're really cleaning the finish — not the wood itself.

• For Dummies® — Tips for Cleaning Your Houseplants

  Even the most intricate leaves collect dust.

• Container Classics — Sprucing Up a Deck or Patio with Plants

  Improve your view with eye-pleasing plant combinations.

• Planting a Window Box

  Not for windows only, these hanging boxes of color also grace decks, gazebos and patio enclosures.

• Spots and Stains

  Treat them right to persuade them to go away.

• Your 411 Book — A Smart Way to Keep Track of Household Information

  Be organized by creating a reference guide for your whole family.

• Laundry is Easy ... Isn't it?

  General rules to keep it that way.

• Pet Meets Carpet (and Furniture)

  Damage to textiles from pet accidents only worsens as time goes by. Find out how to take the appropriate action early on.

• Wise Wood Burning

  If you intend to burn wood to help this winter's heating bill, check out these safety tips from the Chimney Safety Institute of America.

• Childproofing: Protect Your Family's Breathable Air

  Indoors and outdoors, here are steps you can take to protect your children.

• Washday Helpers

  What improves your laundering, from enzyme prewashes to fabric softeners.

• Caution Near Flood Water

  EPA and HHS urge caution in areas exposed to contaminated flood water.

• Get Rid of Ants

  The most common home invader spoils the sugar and may be destroying wood in the walls.

• Label Savvy

  There's more on the label than you might think.

• Loving Leather

  The kinds and care of leather upholstery.

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