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• Phosphates

  Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Soap

  The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

• Grout brush

  The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.

• Pets

  No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Builders

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

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• SCRT

  The Society of Cleaning and Restoration Technicians (SCRT) is a non-profit, international trade association and a shareholder of The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Shower curtain

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

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

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