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• Sink

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

• Inkjet printer

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

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Household Prod. Database

  Interested in green cleaning? Chemical safety? The Household Products Database (HPD) can be a good place to look for information.

• Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.

• Blot, blotting

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

• Spray bottle

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

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Corian

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

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

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