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• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Counter brush

  Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.

• Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.

• Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Degreaser

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

• Denatured alcohol

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

• Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.

• Dilution

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

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• Earthstone

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, Texas.

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