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• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Dilution

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

• Biofilm

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• 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.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

• Dishwasher detergent

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

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Hi-Macs

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

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

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