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• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Heater, portable

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

• Sink, enameled metal

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

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

• Lint

  It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.

• Biofilm

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Asbestos

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

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

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

• Iron skillet

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

• 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.

• Pets

  No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

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