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• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Enamel, enameled surface

  It’s a durable finish, but it’s not indestructible.

• Vinyl

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

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Alabaster

  Don't even think of getting that vase wet. Here's what to do.

• Broom

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

• Silk houseplants

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

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

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