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• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Plastic case, electronic

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

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

• Spray bottle

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

• Wall, painted

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

• Mud

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

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• MERV

  A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

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