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• Wicking

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

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Odor

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

• Pressed wood

  Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Juice spill

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

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Earthstone

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• 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.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

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