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• Alcohol

  Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Awning

  Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Biofilm

  Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.
• Blender

  Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

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

  Blinds, window

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

  Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.
• Bottle

  Bottle

  A bottle brush on a long wire handle is an indispensable tool.
• Brass

  Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.
• Bucket

  Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.
• Builders

  Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Builders

  Chelating agent

  A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.
• Bleach

  Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
• Monitor

  Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

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