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  • Oriental rug

    This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

    An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
  • Baseboard

    Baseboards

    The no-backache way to keep them clean.

  • Humidifier, portable

    It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.
  • Baking Soda

    Baking soda

    This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.

  • Humidifier, whole house

    Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.
  • Indoor Environment

    Environmental agents

    Environmental agents are conditions such as humidity extremes, drafts, lack of ventilation, and overcrowding that cause stress, discomfort, or health problems.
  • Mold

    Mold

    The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

  • Silk houseplants

    Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.

  • Wall, painted

    First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

  • Needlework

    When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

  • Surfactant

    It makes water wetter!
  • Heater

    Heater, portable

    If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

  • Tricket

    This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.
  • Grease

    Grease, airborne

    Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
  • R-Value

    R-value

    An R-value indicates an insulation's resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating effectiveness.

  • Portable extractor

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

    Grout brush

    The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.

  • Soap

    The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

  • Radiator, steam (upright)

    These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

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