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• Wallpaper

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

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Spills, spots

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

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Hi-Macs

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

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

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

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• 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.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

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