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• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Earthstone

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

• Gutter, rain

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

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Mold

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

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

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