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• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Sink

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

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Time

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

• Toys

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

• 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.

• Pets

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

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• De-scaler

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

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

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