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• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Dust mites

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

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Heater, portable

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

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Pole squeegee

  Wipe away that water without stretching, bending or hard labor.

• Dishwasher detergent

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

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