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• Sterilizer

  Agents or methods used to kill everything that can cause infection or disease.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• Chlorine bleach

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

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Non-stick cookware

  Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.

• Damp mopping

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

• Foam rubber

  Airing out these items can refresh them.

• Grout brush

  The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent

  Inexpensive, mild and useful in a wide range of tasks.

• Stainless steel

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

• Fungicide

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

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

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