Explore

Sort results by: Best Match | Alphabetically

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Pressure washers

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

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.

• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Soap

  The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

• Sodium metasilicate

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

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Denatured alcohol

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

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

Free Cleaning Checklist

Find a Certified Professional

Ads, ad links or content on this page are not necessarily endorsed by IICRC.

Find CRI Certified Vacuum Cleaners and Carpet Cleaning Products

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) does not necessarily endorse products, ads, links or content appearing on this page. To find CRI-approved vacuum cleaners and carpet cleaners, visit www.carpet-rug.org.

Glimpse the Microscopic World of Germs and Dust at KaiScience: The Cleaning Science Community.

Find WOOLSAFE Approved Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Companies

Popular Topics: Housekeeping Tips | House Cleaning Tips | Carpet Cleaning | Stains | Clean My House | Stain Removal
Green Cleaning | Cleaning Service | Spring Cleaning | Air Cleaners | Vacuum Cleaners