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• Acid

  Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.
• HVAC

  Air filter

  Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Answering Machine

  Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.
• Asbestos

  Asbestos

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

  Automotive exterior

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

  Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.
• Brick

  Brick, exterior

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

  Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

  Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
• Carpet Cleaning

  Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
• Caulking

  Caulk

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

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Barbecue Grill

  Charcoal grill

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

  Chimney

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

  Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
• Chrome

  Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.
• Coffee Maker

  Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
• Monitor

  Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

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