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• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Pole scrubber

  Hands-and-knees cleaning got you down? Try this instead.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Marble

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

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Cutting board

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

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Laminate countertop

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

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Soap

  The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

• Spray bottle

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

• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

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

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.

• Oven, convection

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

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