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• Portable extractor

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

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Gibraltar

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

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Deck

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

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Iron skillet

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

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

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