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• Laminate countertop

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

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Charcoal grill

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

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Marble

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

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Paint cleaning

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

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

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