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Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!Gold
Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.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.Window screens
Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.Hosiery
Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.Toaster oven
Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.Litter box
Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.Quilt
This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.Glassware
Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.Window cleaner
Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.Wool garment
Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.Iron skillet
Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!Brass
Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.Fungicide
Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.Bathroom
It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.Nylons
Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.Oven, continuous-cleaning
Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.Stainless steel
Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.Wrought iron
To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.