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• Acetone

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

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Oriental rug

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

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Laminate countertop

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

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Enamel, enameled surface

  It’s a durable finish, but it’s not indestructible.

• Mold

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

• Grease

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

• Haitian cotton

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

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

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