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• Lye

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

• MSDS

  What’s a Material Safety Data Sheet, anyway?

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Telephone

  Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.

• Janitorial goods supplier

  The place to find professional tools.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Residue

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

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

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

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Ketchup spills

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

• Shower stall

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

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