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• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Chimney

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

• Damp mopping

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

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Excrement

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

• Extraction cleaning

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

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