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Sink, porcelain
Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.
Biodegradable
A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.
Rinse
This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
Heater, portable
If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.
Cleaning Strategy
Blinds, vertical
Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.
Window
Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.
Floor Care: No Wax Floor
Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.
Hosiery
Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.
Spray bottle
Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.
Abrasive (scouring) cleaners
They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
Laminate floor
These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.
Wallpaper
It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.
Mat
Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.
Denatured alcohol
This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
Biofilm
More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.
Damp mopping
Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.
Microbes
The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.
Awnings
Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.
Hot water extraction
Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.
Extraction cleaning
A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

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