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• Rubbing alcohol

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

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.

• Upholstery

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

• Rinse

  This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• Corian

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

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Laminate floor

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

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

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