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• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Oven, convection

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

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Fungicide

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

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

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