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• Toilet

  Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.
• Washing Dishes

  Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.
• Window Cleaning

  Extension pole

  These attachment tools allow for the safe cleaning of a home’s high and hard-to-reach areas.
• Computer Cleaning

  Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.
• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.
• Baseboard

  Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.
• Comforter

  Comforter

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

• Scuff mark

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

  Mold

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

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
• Brick

  Brick, interior (untreated)

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

  Chimney

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

  Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.
• Formica

  Formica

  This laminate surface is durable and resilient if properly cleaned.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
• Fungus

  Fungi

  Mold and mildew are common forms of fungi that cause problems when present in homes.
• Respirator

  N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

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