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• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Vinyl

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

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Earthstone

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

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Wallpaper

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

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Comforter

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

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