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• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

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

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• MERV

  A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

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