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• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Laminate floor

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

• Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Leaf blower

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Fungicide

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

• Bathroom fan

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

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Rust stain

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

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care, according to the experts.

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