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• Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

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