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• Radiator, steam (upright)

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

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

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