Green-up your cleanup

Introduction

Part I. The Basics

Chapter 1. Why Go Green?

Making Changes

The Health Effect

The Environmental Impact

What You Can Do

Chapter 2. Your New Cleaning Arsenal

Cleaner By Cleaner

Tools of the Trade

Part II. Inside Jobs

Chapter 3. The Fresh Bathroom

Showers and Tubs

Mold and Mildew

Toilets

Clearing Drains

Chapter 4. Kitchen Detox

Sinks and Countertops

Cabinetry

Kitchen Appliances

Kitchenware

Chapter 5. Laundry You Can Live With

Eco Washing Strategies

Eco Drying Strategies

Eco Clothing Care

The Green Alternatives

Stain Guidelines

Chapter 6. Around the House

Making Windows Sparkle

Walls and Ceilings

Cleaning Metal

Dusting

Chapter 7. All About Floors

Keep Out the Dirt

Hardwood, Laminate, Bamboo, and Linoleum

Tile, Stone, Rubber, Vinyl, and Concrete

Rug and Carpet Care

Chapter 8. Caring for Furnishings

Wood Furniture

Other Hard Furniture

Upholstery

Window Treatments

Part III. Dirty Jobs

Chapter 9. Outside the House

Vinyl, Aluminum, and Wood Siding

Masonry

Roofing

Exterior Metalwork

Decks

Driveways, Walkways, and Patios

Outdoor Furniture and Fabrics

The Backyard Grill

Chapter 10. Garage, Workshop, and Basement

Garage Floors

Cars

Workshop Tools

Paint Problems

Lawn Mowers

Pesticides

Basements

Appendix

Resources

Glossary

Index

Photo Credits