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• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Non-stick cookware

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

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Shower stall

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

• Automotive interior

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

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

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