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• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Preventive maintenance

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

• Candles

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

• Wall, painted

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

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

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