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• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Carbon monoxide

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

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

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

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

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