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• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Wilsonart® flooring

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Pergo

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

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• 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.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Electrical cord

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

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Oil spill

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

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

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