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• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Damp mopping

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

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Mattress

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

• Silk

  Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Odor

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

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Automotive interior

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

• Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

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