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• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Wilsonart sinks

  Sinks and bowls for solid-surface and laminate countertop lines manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Mop, mopping

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

• Mattress

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

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Rinse

  This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.

• Sink, enameled metal

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

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