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• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Tub caulk

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

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Caulk

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

• Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Automotive interior

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

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Asbestos

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

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