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• Mold

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

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.

• Silk houseplants

  Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Skunk odor

  A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• Grout

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

• Phosphates

  Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Fungicide

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

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Labels, product

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

• Sodium metasilicate

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

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