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• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Water softener

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

• Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.

• Hazardous waste

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

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Latex gloves

  These indispensable tools help guard against infection and chemical exposure.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.

• Sheers

  Drapes, rugs, carpets and upholstery faded by solar exposure usually can't be restored. Here's how to protect these expensive furnishings.

• De-scaler

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

• Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

• Sodium metasilicate

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

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Corian

  A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.

• Iron skillet

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

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