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• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Wall, painted

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

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Rust stain

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

  Blinds, vertical

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

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Wallpaper

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

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

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