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• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Bottle

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

• Upholstery

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

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Rubbing alcohol

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

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

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