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- A 1999 University of Arizona study found 25% of home washing machines were contaminated with fecal bacteria. Several factors were implicated in contributing to the contamination of the washers.
- If it's dirty, should you wash it, or what?
- Don't keep your family (or yourself) in the dark about what needs to be done today.
- Disposers may offer more than just convenience. In several respects, they’re an environmentally responsible alternative to putting food waste in a landfill.
- Get 85% of your cleaning done before you start!
- Most indoor household dust that collects on furniture and floors actually comes from outdoors, a new study finds.
- Gleaning the facts amid the controversy.
- Scientists are finding germs are apparently smarter, tougher and more organized than anyone ever imagined.
- Your health deserves a basic understanding of where asbestos can be found and what you should do if your home has it.
- Nancy Bock addresses how to prevent mineral deposits on glassware and how to remove mold on tent fabric without ruining its water resistant properties.
- Nancy Bock of the American Cleaning Institute answers questions about removing toothpaste and potato chip stains.
- Narrow enough to escape frequent notice, aluminum window frames need cleaning, too.
- Clearing your home of asthma triggers.
- Frequent cleaning is so important for an asthma sufferer's respiratory health. But how do you know which products to use?
- Keep electrical cleaning appliances from becoming hazardous.
- Learn how to keep blacks black, protect bright colors in the laundry, and get rid of melted chocolate on your clothes.
- Cooking outdoors was once only a summer activity shared with family and friends. Now more than half of Americans say they are cooking outdoors year round. So whether the snow is blowing or the sun is shining brightly, it’s important to follow food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing foodborne illness.
- We know: This isn’t your favorite task. No need to dread what really must be done…
- Here's how to keep a safer bathroom.
- Tips for keeping smoke and CO detectors on active duty.

