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• Laptop computer

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

• Leaf blower

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

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Wrought iron

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

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Oil spill

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

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Audio/video components

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

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