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• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Sheers

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

• Silk houseplants

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

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Umbrella

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

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Iron skillet

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

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