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• Washing Flat Paint or Enamel?

  Attack a wall with the right approach.

• Child Hieroglyphics

  Remedy for Wall Murals. Young children often love to scribble and draw on walls, paneling and sometimes even paper.

• Wall Washing Secrets

  You don't have to give attention to your walls often, but when you do, here are some best-practice tips from Jeff Campbell.

• If Your (Dirty) Walls Could Talk

  Should you spot clean or paint? And if you wage wall dirt war, what's the best way to remove offending marks without creating more problems? Our HC experts weigh in on the best ways to clean your walls.

• How Do I Find Mold?

  Q & A with Thad Godish, Ph.D.

• TLC for Sweaters

  The delicate touch.

• Lead Dust

  Homes built before 1978 may need protective measures.

• Microfiber Basics

  The closest thing you'll find to a miracle cleaning material: microfiber is hot.

• For Dummies® — Preparing to Paint

  The real secret to a beautiful, long-lasting paint job is preparation.

• Before Guests Arrive: A Checklist

  Here is a short checklist to help make sure you are prepared for company.

• What Types of Air Cleaners are Available?

  There are three general types of air cleaners on the market: mechanical filters, electronic air cleaners, and ion generators.

• Sweeping Made Easy

  Sweeping can be downright simple if you follow a few basic principles.

• All About Wallpaper

  If it's dirty, should you wash it, or what?

• Clean Decorating

  Beautify your home with easy-to-maintain décor.

• Clean Window Screens

  Don't put dirty screens back onto freshly cleaned windows.

• Weather The Dust Storms Of Remodeling

  Planning to remodel? Walls aren't the only things that will need to come down. Your cleaning standards and routine will need some retooling, too.

• Lead-based Paint Disclosure a Must

  EPA fines landlord $13,675 for lead-based paint disclosure violations.

• The Lighter Side — Pumping Dirt: Cleaning Your Way to a Sleeker Physique

  Pumping dirt is the new exercise craze combining aerobics, calisthenics, weight lifting, and, yes, housecleaning.

• Is There Life After Housework?

  Don't let cleaning take over your schedule.

• Self-Cleaning Carpeting?

  Not quite, but promicrobial technology enables carpet makers to build in a tiny labor force to keep carpets cleaner.

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