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• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Mop, mopping

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

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Rinse

  This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Fiberglass

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

• Toaster oven

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

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Glassware

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

• Dishwasher

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

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

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