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• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Oven, convection

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

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Pets

  No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• 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.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Oven, self-cleaning

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

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