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• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Scuff mark

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

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Rug, area

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

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

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