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• Bathroom

  Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.
• Dryer

  Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.
• Alabaster

  Alabaster

  Clean with damp cloth or sponge but don't overwet.
• Enamel Sink

  Sink, enameled metal

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

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

  Electrical cord

  Simply cleaned but needs a regular safety check for worn, cracked, or frayed insulation.
• Oven

  Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.
• Enamel

  Enamel

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

  Diatomaceous earth

  Diatomaceous earth consists of fossilized remains of diatoms.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.
• Stain Removal

  Juice spill

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

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• Wilsonart flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.
• Ashtray

  Ashtray

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

  pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.
• Wood Paneling

  Wood paneling

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

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