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• Vent, heating and air conditioning

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

• Wood paneling

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

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Toys

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

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Paint cleaning

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

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

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