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• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Absorbents

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

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Earthstone

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Sink

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

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Enzyme

  These important stain fighters occur throughout nature.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Scuff mark

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

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Plastic furniture

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

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

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