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• Driveway

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

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Electrical cord

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

• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Eyeglasses

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

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Fiberglass

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

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

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

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Garbage bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on re-using plastic shopping bags.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Glassware

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

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