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• Mold

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

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Air cleaner

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

• Cellulosic Browning

  Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Fungus

  The kingdom to which molds and mildews belong.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Microbes

  The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

• 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.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

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