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• Cutlery

  Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Mop, mopping

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

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Driveway

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

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Pergo

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

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

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

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Baskets

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

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

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