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• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.
• Fungicide

  Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

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

  Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.
• Stereos

  Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.
• Video Players

  Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Though DVDs and Blu-Rays have largely replaced VCRs, many folks still have their video recorders/players and tape collections to maintain.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.
• Stain Removal

  Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.
• Furnace

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.
• Stainmaster

  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.
• Grease

  Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Ketchup spills

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

  Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

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

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.
• Dusting

  Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Blinds

  Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Recycling symbol, plastic

  How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

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