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• Wooden beams

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

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Toothbrush, old

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

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Wall, painted

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

• Wallpaper

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

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• 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.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Television

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

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

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