The New York Times put together a smarter guide to cleaning your living space. Some pro tips include: advice on cleaning a burned pot, how to make a tightly tucked hospital corner for your bed, and a list of some of the best cleaning supplies.

This Q. and A. with the guide’s author offers extra advice on dealing with dirty roommates, managing pet hair, and the tasks that every clean person does every day.

If you live in a tiny apartment, here are some tools to make cleaning easier.

You can also clean with foodstuffs like ketchup, softened butter and wine — and while you’re looking for cleaning supplies in the refrigerator, consider giving it a deep clean.

And here are a few apps that can help you manage your checklist.

Think you’ve crossed off everything? Here are five things you probably missed.

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