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• Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

• Rinse

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

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Enamel, enameled surface

  It’s a durable finish, but it’s not indestructible.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Sanitizer

  These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.

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