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  • Quartz

    Quartz surface

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

  • Radiator, baseboard (electric)

    For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

  • Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

    Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

  • Radiator, steam (upright)

    These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

  • Range fan

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

  • Refrigerator exterior

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

  • Residue

    Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

  • Rinse

    This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.

  • Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

    Rust stain

    Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.

  • Sanitizer

    These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

  • Shower curtain

    The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

  • Shower stall

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

  • Silk houseplants

    Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.
  • Enamel Sink

    Sink, enameled metal

    Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

  • Sink, porcelain

    Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.
  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

  • Skunk odor

    A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

  • Soap

    The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

  • Sodium metasilicate

    This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

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