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• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

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

• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Wall, painted

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

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Mud

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

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

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