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• 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.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Eye protection

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

• Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Blot, blotting

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

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Spray bottle

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

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Oven, convection

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

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

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