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• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Borax

  Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Sponge

  Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Television

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

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Quartz surface

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

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

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