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• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Surfactant

  It makes water wetter!

• Wallpaper

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

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Microfiber mop

  A relatively new material that removes soil by "hooking" it.

• Enzyme

  These important stain fighters occur throughout nature.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Solvent safety

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

• Radiator, steam (upright)

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

• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Lead paint

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

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

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