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• Plastic furniture

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

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• De-scaler

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

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Laminate floor

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

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

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