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• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Sanitizer

  These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Damp mopping

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

• Toxoplasmosis

  A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.

• Detergent

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

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Teflon® cookware

  Cleanup is a snap. That’s why so many people like Teflon.

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Zodiaq

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

• DVDs

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

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

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