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• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Absorbents

  Granular substances that help clean up stains and spills without solvents or chemicals.

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Barbecue grill

  We’ve listed these patio appliances as separate entries by fuel type.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Bronze

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

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Coffee maker

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

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

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