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• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Dryer

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

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• 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.

• 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.

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