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• Dryer

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

• Lint

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

• Hair dryer

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

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Comforter

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

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Labels, product

  We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.

• Enamel, enameled surface

  It’s a durable finish, but it’s not indestructible.

• 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.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

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