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• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Chelating agent

  A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

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