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• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Upholstery

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

• Oven, self-cleaning

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

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Litter box

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

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Wallpaper

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

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

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