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• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Anti-bacterial products

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

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Coffee maker

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

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

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