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• Marble

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

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Refrigerator interior

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

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Plexiglass

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

• Wood paneling

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Heater, portable

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

• Non-stick cookware

  Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

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