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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.
• Acetone

  Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.
• Popcorn Ceiling

  Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.
• Acoustic Ceiling

  Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Asbestos

  Asbestos

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

  Barbecue grill

  We’ve listed these patio appliances as separate entries by fuel type.
• Baseboard

  Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.
• Baskets

  Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bed bugs

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

  Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.
• 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.
• Stain Removal

  Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.
• Bottle

  Bottle

  A bottle brush on a long wire handle is an indispensable tool.
• Brick

  Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

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