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• Scuff mark

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

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• Hazardous waste

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

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Exhaust ventilation

  A scientific term for a fan and duct work.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Mold

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

• Toaster

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

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Window screens

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

• Pets

  No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

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