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• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• Shower curtain

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

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Yellowing

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

• Charcoal grill

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

• Enzyme

  These important stain fighters occur throughout nature.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.

• Barbecue grill

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

• Microban®

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

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Non-stick cookware

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

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