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• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Acid

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

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Range fan

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

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• 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.

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

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