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• Dust, dusting

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

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Viruses

  Microorganisms that can cause a lot of mischief, viruses need hosts for propagation.

• 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.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• MERV

  A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Exhaust ventilation

  A scientific term for a fan and duct work.

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

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