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• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Quartz surface

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

• Vinyl

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

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Haitian cotton

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

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• 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.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

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