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  • Paint cleaning

    Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.
  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

    An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
  • Needlework

    When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.
  • Counter brush

    Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.
  • Broom

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

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

    Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.
  • Mattress

    Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.
  • Bathroom fan

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

    Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.
  • Wet-dry vac

    Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.
  • Denatured alcohol

    This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
  • Fire alarm

    Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
  • Books

    Routine maintenance to emergency care.
  • 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.
  • Cutting board

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

    These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.
  • Mold

    The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.
  • Hair dryer

    As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.
  • Mop, mopping

    A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

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