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Scouring
Abrasive (scouring) cleaners
They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
Alkaline
Alkalies
Best for removing grease and oil.
Baking Soda
Baking soda
This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.
Bathtub
Bathtub
Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
Coffee Maker
Coffee maker
Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
Drains
Drain
Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
Foam Rubber
Foam rubber
Periodic attention is needed to minimize foul odors.
Garbage Disposal
Food disposer
Also known as a garbage disposal, food disposers chop up food waste enabling it to be washed down the drain safely.
Freezer
Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.
High Efficiency Washers
High Efficiency Washing Machines
HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.
Ice maker
Good ice depends on a clean freezer.
Ivory
If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.
Marble
Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.
Mattress
Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.
Microwave Oven
Microwave oven
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when to comes to keeping this appliance clean.
Oven
Oven, convection
Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.
PH
pH
Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.
Recycling symbol, plastic
How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.
Refrigerator interior
Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.
Skunk odor
A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.