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• Protective gloves

  We use this term often in describing how to perform various cleaning tasks safely. Here’s what it means.

• Wax, candle

  Successful removal depends on the surface.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Counter brush

  Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Wrought iron

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

• Laminate countertop

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

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

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

• Iron skillet

  Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!

• Sodium metasilicate

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

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Gibraltar

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

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