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• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Audio/video components

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

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Wall, painted

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

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