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• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Cutlery

  Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Wilsonart® laminate

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

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

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