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• Mud

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

• Refrigerator interior

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

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Quilt

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

• Toaster

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

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Silk

  Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Platinum

  Expensive fluids or professional cleaning aren’t necessary. Try this.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

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