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• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Biofilm

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Formica®

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

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Refrigerator interior

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

• Garbage can

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

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• 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.

• Sink

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

• Sterilizer

  Agents or methods used to kill everything that can cause infection or disease.

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