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• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Marble

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

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Concrete floor

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

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Comforter

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

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