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• Scouring

  Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Baking Soda

  Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Borax

  Borax

  Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.
• Caulking

  Caulk

  In the bathroom, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
• Coffee Maker

  Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
• Corian

  Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.
• Drains

  Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• Dust Mopping

  Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.
• Foam Rubber

  Foam rubber

  Periodic attention is needed to minimize foul odors.
• Garbage Disposal

  Food disposer

  Also known as a garbage disposal, food disposers chop up food waste enabling it to be washed down the drain safely.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.
• Upholstery Cleaning

  Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
• High Efficiency Washers

  High Efficiency Washing Machines

  HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Ivory

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

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

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