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• Platinum

  Expensive fluids or professional cleaning aren’t necessary. Try this.

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Vacuum cleaner

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

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Toaster oven

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

• Leaf blower

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

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Marble

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

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Air cleaner

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

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Alabaster

  Don't even think of getting that vase wet. Here's what to do.

• Wall, painted

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

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

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