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• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Oven, self-cleaning

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

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Deck

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

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Grout

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

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

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