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• Leaf blower

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

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Wooden beams

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

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• 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.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

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