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• Detergent

  Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
• Brass

  Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.
• Bleach

  Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.
• Dry Sponge

  Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.
• Steam Iron

  Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.
• Grease

  Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Countertops

  Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.
• Enamel

  Enamel

  Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.
• Butcher Block

  Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.
• Barbecue Grill

  Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.
• Brick

  Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.
• Jewelry Cleaning

  Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Denatured Alcohol

  Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

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