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• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Asbestos

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

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Baskets

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

• Leaf blower

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

• Blood

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

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Automotive interior

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

• Bathroom fan

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

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