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• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Mildew

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

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.

• Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care, according to the experts.

• Ivory

  If you have a genuine ivory heirloom, clean it with care. Plastic is easier to maintain and doesn't endanger wildlife.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.

• Chrome

  Clean gently — it's very easy to wear this surface down.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

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

• Mattress

  Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

• Tricket

  This tool takes the hassle out of cleaning vertical blinds.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Platinum

  Expensive fluids or professional cleaning aren’t necessary. Try this.

• Bronze

  An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.

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