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• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Wilsonart® laminate

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

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Charcoal grill

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

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Formica®

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

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Spills, spots

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

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Labels, product

  We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.

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