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• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Blood

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

• Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

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

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Vinyl flooring

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

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

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

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

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