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• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Mildew

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

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Wrought iron

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

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Green cleaning

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

• Shower stall

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

• Wall, painted

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

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Spills, spots

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

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Gas grill

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

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

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