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  • Phosphates

    Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.

  • Plastic furniture

    The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

  • Pre-finished floor

    Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

  • Pressed wood

    Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

  • Pressure washers

    They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.
  • Quartz

    Quartz surface

    It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

  • Quilt

    This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.

  • Radon

    Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

  • Refrigerator interior

    Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.
  • Rubbing Alcohol

    Rubbing alcohol

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

  • Rug, area

    These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

  • Rust Remover, Plumbing

    These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

  • Scrubber, scrubbing pad

    The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

  • Scuff mark

    The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

  • Sheers

    Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

  • Shower curtain

    The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

  • Silk

    Your best bet? Read and follow the fabric-care label stitched into the garment.

  • Silk houseplants

    Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

  • Sink

    Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.
  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

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