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• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Marble

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

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Wall, painted

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

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Plastic furniture

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

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

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