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• Scouring

  Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

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

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Answering Machine

  Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.
• Stereos

  Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Automobile

  Automotive interior

  These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
• Awning

  Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.
• Awning

  Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Biocontaminants

  Biological contaminants

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

  Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.
• Brick

  Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.
• Builders

  Builders

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

  Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.
• Candles

  Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
• Caulking

  Caulk

  In the bathroom, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
• Chimney

  Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

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