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• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

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

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Shower stall

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

• Personal protective equipment

  It sounds like a big term, but it’s not. Personal safety is easy and inexpensive to ensure.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Upholstery

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

• Pole squeegee

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

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Pole scrubber

  Hands-and-knees cleaning got you down? Try this instead.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Odor

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

• Leaf blower

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

• Foam rubber

  Airing out these items can refresh them.

• Garbage can

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

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Lead paint

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

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

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