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• Lampshade

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

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Toaster

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

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Wilsonart sinks

  Sinks and bowls for solid-surface and laminate countertop lines manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Automotive interior

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

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

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