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• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Leaf blower

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

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Central air conditioner

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

• Odor

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

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Wooden beams

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

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

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