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• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Vomit

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

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• 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.

• 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.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Vinegar

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

• White vinegar

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

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Corian

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

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