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• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Ketchup spills

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

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Lye

  Be careful — as your nose has warned you already, this is a powerful and caustic substance.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Janitorial goods supplier

  The place to find professional tools.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Wallpaper

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

• Radon

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

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

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