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• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Barbecue grill

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

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Sink

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

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Iron skillet

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

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Acrylic fixture

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

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent

  Inexpensive, mild and useful in a wide range of tasks.

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Chimney

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

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