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• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Litter box

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

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Rinse

  This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.

• Grout

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

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Iron skillet

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

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Audio/video components

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

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

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