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• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Mattress

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

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Vinyl

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

• Ladder safety

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

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