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• Pets

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

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Sink

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

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

• Solvent safety

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

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

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