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• Non-stick cookware

  Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Wilsonart sinks

  Sinks and bowls for solid-surface and laminate countertop lines manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Television

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

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Eyeglasses

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

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

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