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• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Shower curtain

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

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Rug, area

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

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Silk

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

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

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