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• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Asbestos

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

• Audio/video components

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

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

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

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Blinds, window

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

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

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