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• Central air conditioner

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

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• MERV

  A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Wrought iron

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

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Gas grill

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

• Chimney

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

• Sink

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

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

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