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• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Inkjet printer

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

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Sink, enameled metal

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

• Plexiglass

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

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

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

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Non-stick cookware

  Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Alabaster

  Don't even think of getting that vase wet. Here's what to do.

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

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