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• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Brass

  Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

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