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• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Paint spot

  Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Hydrogen peroxide

  The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Automotive interior

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

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

• Lampshade

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

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• 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.

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