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• Garbage bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on re-using plastic shopping bags.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

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