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• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.

• Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Central air conditioner

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

• Laminate countertop

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

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

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