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• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Quartz surface

  It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.

• Gold

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

• Degreaser

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

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Janitorial goods supplier

  The place to find professional tools.

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

• Bacteria digester

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

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Safety goggles

  Your eyes are vulnerable to injury during lots of cleaning jobs. Here's how to protect them.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

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