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• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Scuff mark

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

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

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

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Cutlery

  Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

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