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Shower stall
Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.
Quilt
This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.
Rust
Rust stain
Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.
Trashcan
Garbage can
Clean right after trash collection to remove odors.
Zircon
A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.
Rug, area
These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
Adhesive Removal
Label removal
Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.
Scrubber, scrubbing pad
The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.
Soap
The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.
Window
Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.
Alcohol
Alcohol
A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.
Wet (soak) mopping
What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.
Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol
An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.
Grease
Grease
Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.
Ammonia
Ammonia
An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
Home Maintenance
Preventive maintenance
Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.
Jewelry Cleaning
Gold
Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.
Needlework
When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.
Bucket
Bucket
Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.