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• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Non-stick cookware

  Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Toaster

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

• Rinse

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

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Teflon® cookware

  Cleanup is a snap. That’s why so many people like Teflon.

• Shower stall

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

• Garbage can

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

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Alabaster

  Don't even think of getting that vase wet. Here's what to do.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Mud

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

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