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• Surfactant

  It makes water wetter!

• Dust, dusting

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

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Formica®

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

• Eye protection

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

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Latex gloves

  These indispensable tools help guard against infection and chemical exposure.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• 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.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

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