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Home Maintenance
Preventive maintenance
Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.
Quartz
Quartz surface
It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.
Quilt
This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.
R-Value
R-value
An R-value indicates an insulation's resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating effectiveness.
Radiator heating system
Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.
Radiator, baseboard (electric)
For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.
Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)
Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.
Radiator, steam (upright)
These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.
Range fan
The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.
Recycling symbol, plastic
How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.
Refrigerator exterior
Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.
Refrigerator interior
Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.
Relative humidity
Even humidity is relative.
Residue
Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.
Rinse
This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
Air Conditioner
Room air conditioner
Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.
Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol
An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.
Rug, area
These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
Rust Remover, Plumbing
These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.
Rust
Rust stain
Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.