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• Acrylic

  Acrylic fixture

  Clean gently without abrasives.
• Answering Machine

  Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.
• Asbestos

  Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.
• Stereos

  Audio/video components

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

  Automotive interior

  These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
• Baskets

  Baskets

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

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Bathtub

  Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.
• Brick

  Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.
• Broom

  Broom

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

  Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Coffee Maker

  Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
• Computer Keyboard

  Computer keyboard

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

  Computer monitor

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

  Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.
• Cutting Boards

  Cutting board

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

  Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• DVDs

  DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

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