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• Dryer

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

• Portable extractor

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

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Counter brush

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

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Asbestos

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

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.

• Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

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