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• Hi-Macs

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

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Barbecue grill

  We’ve listed these patio appliances as separate entries by fuel type.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Borax

  Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• MERV

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

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Mop, mopping

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

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