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• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.
• Ashtray

  Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.
• Borax

  Borax

  Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.
• Vinyl Floors

  No-Wax Floor

  A vinyl floor with a tough, clear finish.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
• Dust Mopping

  Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.
• Edge Cleaning

  Edge Cleaning

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

  Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.
• Video Players

  Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Though DVDs and Blu-Rays have largely replaced VCRs, many folks still have their video recorders/players and tape collections to maintain.
• Trashcan

  Garbage can

  Clean right after trash collection to remove odors.
• Duct Cleaning

  Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.
• Stain Removal

  Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.
• Spot Removal

  Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, gently...
• Enzymes

  Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.
• Toilet

  Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.

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