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• Absorbents

  Absorbents

  Granular substances that soak up stains and spills.
• Acrylic

  Acrylic fixture

  Clean gently without abrasives.
• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.
• Vacuum Cleaners

  Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Answering Machine

  Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.
• Asbestos

  Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Automobile

  Automotive interior

  These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
• Backpack Vacuums

  Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.
• Baseboard

  Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.
• Baskets

  Baskets

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

  Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Bathtub

  Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Blender

  Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.
• Blinds

  Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.
• Brick

  Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.
• Broom

  Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

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