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• Garbage can

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

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Iron skillet

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

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