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• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.
• Cleaning Tips

  Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.
• Sprayer

  Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Pole squeegee

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

  Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.
• Bathroom

  Bathroom

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

  Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.
• Adhesive Removal

  Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Shower curtain

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

  Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.
• Iron Skillet

  Iron skillet

  Here is one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.
• Grease

  Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
• Rust

  Rust stain

  Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.

• Plastic furniture

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

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Umbrella

  Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

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