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• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Hazardous waste

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

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Toys

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

• Platinum

  Expensive fluids or professional cleaning aren’t necessary. Try this.

• Spills, spots

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

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

• Phosphates

  Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Anti-bacterial products

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

• Personal protective equipment

  It sounds like a big term, but it’s not. Personal safety is easy and inexpensive to ensure.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

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