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• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Juice spill

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Pets

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

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Vinyl

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

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