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• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Garbage bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on re-using plastic shopping bags.

• Central air conditioner

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

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Baskets

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

• Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Residue

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

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