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• Labels, product

  We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.

• Pressure washers

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

• Denatured alcohol

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Household Prod. Database

  Interested in green cleaning? Chemical safety? The Household Products Database (HPD) can be a good place to look for information.

• Anti-bacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• N95 respirator

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

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

• MRSA

  Info about drug-resistant staph infections.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

• Dust, dusting

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

• MERV

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

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

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