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• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Chelating agent

  A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.

• C.E.H.

  C.E.H. (Certified Executive Housekeeper) is an educational designation of the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA).

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

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