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• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Jewelry Cleaning

  Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.
• Home Maintenance

  Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.
• Blinds

  Blinds, window

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

  Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.
• Computer Cleaning

  Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.
• Washing Dishes

  Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Humidifier, portable

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

  Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.
• Backpack Vacuums

  Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.
• Bleach

  Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.
• Pet Dander

  Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.
• Denatured Alcohol

  Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

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