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• Candles

  Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.
• Home Maintenance

  Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.
• Boots

  Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.
• De-scaler

  De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.
• Edge Cleaning

  Edge Cleaning

  Cleaning the edges of a floor, a task that may seem daunting but is rather simple.

• Window

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

  Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.
• Driveway

  Driveway

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

  Absorbents

  Granular substances that soak up stains and spills.
• Acoustic Ceiling

  Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Microban

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.
• Excrement

  Excrement

  Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
• Builders

  Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
• Washing Dishes

  Glassware

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

  Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

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