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• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Wilsonart® laminate

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

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care, according to the experts.

• Rust stain

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

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