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• Wood paneling

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

• Preventive maintenance

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

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Baskets

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

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

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