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• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Glassware

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

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Scuff mark

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

• Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

• Mold

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

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Formica®

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

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

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