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  • Wet-dry vac

    Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

  • Laminate floor

    These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.
  • Enamel Sink

    Sink, enameled metal

    Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.
  • Spot Removal

    Blot, blotting

    Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, gently...
  • Asbestos

    Asbestos

    What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

  • Leaf blower

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

    Iron skillet

    Here is one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!
  • Fungicide

    Fungicide

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

  • Knick-knack

    Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

  • Houseplants

    Dusting and rinsing are the answers.
  • Stereos

    Audio/video components

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

    Floods

    Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.

  • Zircon

    A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

  • Yellowing

    It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

  • Television

    These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.
  • Deck

    Deck

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

  • Plastic furniture

    The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.
  • Umbrella

    Umbrella

    The two kinds of umbrellas need different care.

  • Pets

    No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

  • Mud

    Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

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