Explore

Sort results by: Best Match | Alphabetically

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Boots

  They'll last a long time with proper care.

• Borax

  Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.

• Bottle

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

• 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.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Counter brush

  Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.

• Cutlery

  Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.

• Damp mopping

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

• Dishwasher

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

Free Cleaning Checklist

Find a Certified Professional

Ads, ad links or content on this page are not necessarily endorsed by IICRC.

Find CRI Certified Vacuum Cleaners and Carpet Cleaning Products

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) does not necessarily endorse products, ads, links or content appearing on this page. To find CRI-approved vacuum cleaners and carpet cleaners, visit www.carpet-rug.org.

Glimpse the Microscopic World of Germs and Dust at KaiScience: The Cleaning Science Community.

Find WOOLSAFE Approved Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Companies

Popular Topics: Housekeeping Tips | House Cleaning Tips | Carpet Cleaning | Stains | Clean My House | Stain Removal
Green Cleaning | Cleaning Service | Spring Cleaning | Air Cleaners | Vacuum Cleaners