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• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

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