Explore

Sort results by: Best Match | Alphabetically

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.

• Sink

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

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Coffee maker

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

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

Free Cleaning Checklist

Find a Certified Professional

Ads, ad links or content on this page are not necessarily endorsed by IICRC.

Find CRI Certified Vacuum Cleaners and Carpet Cleaning Products

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) does not necessarily endorse products, ads, links or content appearing on this page. To find CRI-approved vacuum cleaners and carpet cleaners, visit www.carpet-rug.org.

Glimpse the Microscopic World of Germs and Dust at KaiScience: The Cleaning Science Community.

Also visit our sister site, HealthyHouseInstitute.com, for comprehensive coverage on green & healthy homes.

Popular Topics: Housekeeping Tips | House Cleaning Tips | Carpet Cleaning | Stains | Clean My House | Stain Removal
Green Cleaning | Cleaning Service | Spring Cleaning | Air Cleaners | Vacuum Cleaners