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• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Stainless steel

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

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Pets

  No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Marble

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

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Anti-bacterial products

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

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Sink

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

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

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