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• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Sink

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

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Plastic furniture

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

• Upholstery

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

• Anti-bacterial products

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

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Damp mopping

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

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