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• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Acrylic fixture

  Stash the abrasive cleaners elsewhere. Abrasives will damage this plastic material.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Blot, blotting

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

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Candles

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

• Carbon monoxide

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

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

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

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

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