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• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Excrement

  This isn’t a pleasant subject, but pets do have accidents. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Feces

  Anyone who owns a pet will confront this cleaning challenge sooner or later.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Garbage can

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

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Blot, blotting

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

• Fungicide

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

• Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Enamel, enameled surface

  It’s a durable finish, but it’s not indestructible.

• Chelating agent

  A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.

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