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• Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.
• 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.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• 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.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

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

• Central air conditioner

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

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

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