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• Acid

  Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Baskets

  Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.
• Bathroom Rug

  Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.
• Blinds

  Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.
• Stain Removal

  Blood

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

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.
• Boots

  Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.
• Bottle

  Bottle

  A bottle brush on a long wire handle is an indispensable tool.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

  Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
• Bleach

  Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
• Comforter

  Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.
• Monitor

  Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.
• Concrete

  Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.
• Cutting Boards

  Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.
• Damp Mopping

  Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.
• Deck

  Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.
• Degreaser

  Degreaser

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

  Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.
• Dryer

  Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

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