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• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Zodiaq

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

• Dryer

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

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Corian

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

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Wrought iron

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

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Laminate countertop

  Cleanup is a snap, but be careful to prevent surface damage.

• Sodium metasilicate

  This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.

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