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• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Environmental agents

  What the scientists mean when using this term.

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Damp mopping

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

• Rust stain

  Don’t reach for bleach — it will make this stain worse. Here’s what to do.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Garbage bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on re-using plastic shopping bags.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Chimney

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

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Microfiber mop

  A relatively new material that removes soil by "hooking" it.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Litter box

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

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