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• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Janitorial goods supplier

  The place to find professional tools.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care, according to the experts.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

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