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• Vinyl

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

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.
• Acoustic Ceiling

  Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.
• Dish Detergent

  Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent

  Inexpensive, mild and useful in a wide range of tasks.

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.
• Barbecue Grill

  Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.
• Enamel

  Enamel

  Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.
• Nanotechnology

  Nanotechnology

  Nanotechnology describes the creation and use of materials, devices and systems which control matter at the atomic or molecular level or “nanoscale”.
• Bleach

  Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Stainless steel

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

  Solvent

  Solvents help dissolve soils for removal.
• Dust Mites

  Dust mites

  These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.
• Toilet

  Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.
• Trashcan

  Garbage can

  Clean right after trash collection to remove odors.

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

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