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• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Laminate countertop

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

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Safety goggles

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

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Green cleaning

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

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Eye protection

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

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Hydrogen peroxide

  The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.

• Hairbrush

  Simply comb clean, then soak, scrub with a small discarded toothbrush and rinse.

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

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