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Non-stick cookware
Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.
Alkaline
Alkalies
Best for removing grease and oil.
Teflon
Cleanup is a snap. That’s why so many people like Teflon.
Mud
Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.
Ice maker
Good ice depends on a clean freezer.
Trisodium phosphate (TSP)
An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
High Efficiency Washers
High Efficiency Washing Machines
HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.
Ketchup spills
Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.
Sponge
Sponge
Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.
Stain Removal
Juice spill
Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.
Oriental rug
This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.
Plastic furniture
The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.
Cleaning Terms
Emulsification
A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
Cleaning Strategy
Blinds, vertical
Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.
Coffee Maker
Coffee maker
Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
Spot Removal
Spills, spots
A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.
Builders
Builders
These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.
Builders
Chelating agent
A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.
Well-ventilated area
Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?