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• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Refrigerator exterior

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

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

• Rinse

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

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Rug, area

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

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• Silk

  Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

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