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• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Mildew

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

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Quartz surface

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

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

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