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Soap
The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.
Chelating agent
A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.
Chlorine bleach
This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
Borax
Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.
Water softener
A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.
Detergent
A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
Mud
Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.
Water heater
These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.
Ketchup spills
Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.
Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
Biodegradable
A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.
Shower stall
Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.
Electrical cord
Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.
Ink spot
Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.
Phosphates
Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.
Germs
Microbes
The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to foul smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.
Shower squeegee
A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.
Counter brush
Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.
Hosiery
Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.
Bathtub
Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

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