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• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Dishwasher

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

• Dilution

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

• Fungicide

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

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Labels, product

  We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Surfactant

  It makes water wetter!

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

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