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• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Warp

  In weaving, the warp is the set of lengthwise yarns through which the weft is woven.

• Weft

  A textile term for yarn which is drawn under and over parallel warp yarns to create a fabric.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Air filter

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

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Driveway

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

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Fabric filter

  A fancy term for a wide variety of dust catchers.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

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