Cleaner House in 1 Minute

1. Clogged drains dragging you down? Pour a mix of 1/4 cup ammonia and 1 quart boiling water into bathroom and kitchen drains every few months to dissolve grease and loosen clumps before they become a problem.

2. Here’s a slick way to ward off pesky soap scum and water spots on the shower door: Wipe down the glass or fiberglass with Rain-X Original Glass Treat­ment ($5 for 16-ounce bottle), which is used on car windshields to keep them clear.