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• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

• Lampshade

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

• Vinyl

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

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Laptop computer

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

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Non-stick cookware

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

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• 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.

• 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.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Quartz surface

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

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

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