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• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Radon

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

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Window screens

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

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Grout

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

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