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• Phosphates

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

• Builders

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

• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Silk houseplants

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

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• 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.

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Chelating agent

  A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.

• Cutlery

  Why hand washing is better when it comes to your knives.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Haitian cotton

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

• Grout

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

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Mildew

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

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

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