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• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• IICRC

  An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Leaf blower

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

• Litter box

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

• Lock

  Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Mold

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

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

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