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• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Hairbrush

  Simply comb clean, then soak, scrub with a small discarded toothbrush and rinse.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Janitorial goods supplier

  The place to find professional tools.

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

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

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Fiberglass

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

• Toaster oven

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

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Vinyl flooring

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

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

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