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• Heater, portable

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

  Blinds, vertical

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

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Dust mites

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

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.

• Lampshade

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

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

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