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• Rust Remover, Plumbing

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

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

• Urine

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

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Toxoplasmosis

  A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.

• Scuff mark

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

• Bathroom fan

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

• 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.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Water softener

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

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Rubbing alcohol

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

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

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