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• Sanitizer

  These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Household Prod. Database

  Interested in green cleaning? Chemical safety? The Household Products Database (HPD) can be a good place to look for information.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Juice spill

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

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Garbage bags

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

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Dilution

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

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

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