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Boots
Boots
They'll last a long time with proper care.
Automobile
Automotive interior
These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
Mildew
Mildew
Usually just another name for mold.
Antibacterial
Antibacterial products
The scientific debate continues over whether antibacterial soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.
Book
Books
Routine maintenance to emergency care.
Ammonia
Ammonia
An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
Denatured Alcohol
Denatured alcohol
This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
Fungicide
Fungicide
Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.
Bleach
Bleach
It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.
Vinyl
Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.
Air Conditioner
Room air conditioner
Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.
Steam Cleaner
Vapor Steam Cleaner
Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.
Non-stick cookware
Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.
Hard Water
Hard water
Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.
Alkaline
Alkalies
Best for removing grease and oil.
Microban
It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.
Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
Paint spot
Latex or oil-based? Either way, take action quickly before it dries into a permanent stain.
Enamel
Enamel
Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.
Marble
Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.