Plus, how often you should be cleaning them.

Baseboards are often at the bottom of the list when it comes to cleaning. We rarely bend down to take a closer look, even though they serve as an extension of the floor. Baseboards become a repository ...

A pink-gloved hand cleans baseboards using a microfiber cloth - FotoDuets/Shutterstock Cleaning baseboards is an easily overlooked and often annoying home maintenance task. You have to get down low, ...

Because it requires crouching or kneeling and because it's hard to see dirt buildup in hallways and dark corners of rooms, cleaning baseboards isn't a chore we often tackle—or think to tackle. And ...

Clean baseboards last, starting with vacuuming to remove dust before wiping. Use gentle soap and water (or a degreaser in kitchens), matching the cleaner to the baseboard material. Dry with a ...