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• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Cutting board

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

• Solvent

  Solvents help dissolve soils for removal.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Carbon monoxide

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

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Protective gloves

  We use this term often in describing how to perform various cleaning tasks safely. Here’s what it means.

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