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Label removal	Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.
Labels, product	We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.
Ladder safety	How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.
Lamb's-wool duster	This professional’s tool could save you money.
Laminate countertop	Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.
Laminate floor	These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.
Lampshade	Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.
Laptop computer	The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.
Latex gloves	These indispensable tools help guard against infection and chemical exposure.
Lead paint	If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.
Leaf blower	These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.
Lint	It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.
Litter box	Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.
Lock	Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning	Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning consists of methods or procedures that enable carpet fibers to dry to their natural state in two hours or less.
Lye	Be careful — as your nose has warned you already, this is a powerful and caustic substance.