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• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

• Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.

• Latex gloves

  These indispensable tools help guard against infection and chemical exposure.

• Platinum

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Odor

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

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

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