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• Nylons

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• DVDs

  Make a habit of handling digital video discs carefully, and they’ll live a long life.

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Yellowing

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

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Pets

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

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Bed bugs

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

• Wrought iron

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

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Hazardous waste

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

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