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  • Air Purifier

    CADR

    Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

  • Air cleaner

    There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

  • Ventilation

    Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

  • Air watt

    This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

  • HEPA

    A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

  • Vacuum cleaner dust release

    The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

  • Relative humidity

    Even humidity is relative.

  • Fabric filter

    A fancy term for a wide variety of dust catchers.

  • Environmental agents

    What the scientists mean when using this term.

  • 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.

  • Television

    These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

  • MERV

    A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.

  • Air filter

    All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

  • Furnace

    Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

  • Dust, dusting

    It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

  • 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.

  • Well-ventilated area

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

  • Room air conditioner

    Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

  • Humidity

    What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

  • Vent, heating and air conditioning

    Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

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