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• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Vomit

  Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• IICRC

  An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

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