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• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Mud

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

• Alabaster

  Don't even think of getting that vase wet. Here's what to do.

• Hydrogen peroxide

  The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.

• Scuff mark

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

• De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

  These products help remove crusty scale from porcelain fixtures and other surfaces.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Earthstone

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

• Urine

  Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

• Gibraltar

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

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Zodiaq

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

• Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.

• Mirror

  A clean mirror is a nice reflection on you!

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