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  • Silk houseplants

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

  • Houseplants

    Dusting and rinsing are the answers.
  • Enzymes

    Enzymes

    Naturally-occurring proteins used in cleaning products to digest waste and remove stains.
  • PH

    pH

    Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

  • White vinegar

    Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

  • Vinegar

    Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.
  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

  • Wallpaper

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

  • Lead paint

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

    ATP

    ATP or Adenosine Triphosphate is the main energy transfer molecule present in all living (and once living) biological cells including animal, plant, bacterial, yeast, and mold cells.

  • Stainless steel

    Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

  • Mineral scale

    That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

  • Oriental rug

    This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.
  • De-scaler

    De-scaler

    These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

  • Rust Remover, Plumbing

    These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.
  • Vinegar

    Acetic acid

    The main active ingredient in vinegar.

  • Humidifier, portable

    It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

  • Phosphates

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

    Tub caulk

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

    Caulk

    In the bathroom, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.

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