Dear Heloise: Your column is a great teaching tool. Here are more hints and a heads-up:

• Old nylons can be safely used to dust fragile lampshades and get into tight corners.

• Many tall pieces of furniture (wall units and china cabinets) have rough surfaces on top, so it’s difficult to get all the dust off. Use clear, adhesive-backed plastic or other sticky-back plastic on top to make dusting a snap.

• Use the same plastic to protect wood from spills and leaks on the bottoms of cabinets under kitchen and bathroom sinks.

• Be prepared for cold ...

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