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• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Marble

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

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Plastic furniture

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

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Air cleaner

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

• Wall, painted

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

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