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• Ventilation

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

• Natural ventilation

  A scientific term for “airing the place out.”

• 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.

• MERV

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

• Air filter

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

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.

• Exhaust ventilation

  A scientific term for a fan and duct work.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Leaf blower

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

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Wrought iron

  To save its appearance, all of the rust has to go first.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Fabric filter

  A fancy term for a wide variety of dust catchers.

• Air cleaner

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

• Environmental agents

  What the scientists mean when using this term.

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