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• Eye protection

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

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

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

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Hot water extraction

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

• Extraction cleaning

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

• Driveway

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

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

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