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• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Dishwasher

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

• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• White vinegar

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

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• IICRC

  An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

• Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Oven, self-cleaning

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

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