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Upholstery Cleaning
Haitian cotton
Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
Window screens
Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.
Umbrella
Umbrella
The two kinds of umbrellas need different care.
Computer Cleaning
Computer tower
Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.
Vinyl Floors
Vinyl flooring
These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
Awning
Awnings
Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.
Excrement
Excrement
Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
Silk
Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.
Foam Rubber
Foam rubber
Periodic attention is needed to minimize foul odors.
Brass
Brass
Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.
Feces
Feces
Also known as stool or excrement, this waste must be dealt with safely.
Mineral scale
That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.
Humidifier, whole house
Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.
Oven, continuous-cleaning
Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.
Knives
Cutlery
Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.
Bathroom Rug
Bathroom rug
Just chuck them into the washing machine.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.
Vinyl Floors
No-Wax Floor
A vinyl floor with a tough, clear finish.
Grease
Grease, airborne
Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
Rust
Rust stain
Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.