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• Detergent

  Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
• Quartz

  Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.
• Dishwasher

  Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need occasional care.
• Fiberglass

  Fiberglass

  A durable surface that must be delicately cleaned to prevent scratches.
• Dry Sponge

  Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.
• Steam Iron

  Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.
• Scouring

  Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
• Grease

  Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Countertops

  Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.
• Enamel

  Enamel

  Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.

• Wilsonart laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.
• CDs

  CDs (Compact Discs)

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

  DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.
• Barbecue Grill

  Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.
• Automobile

  Automotive interior

  These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
• Brick

  Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

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