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• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Dryer

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

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

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