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• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Earthstone

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Paint cleaning

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

• Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Cellulosic Browning

  Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

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