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• Automotive interior

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

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Sheers

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

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Acrylic fixture

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

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