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• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.

• Broom

  Old-style corn brooms are much harder to use than their modern counterparts.

• Extension pole

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

• HEPA

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

• Ashtray

  A mess that's pretty easy to clean up quickly.

• Litter box

  Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Urine

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

• Grout brush

  The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• MERV

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

• Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.

• Rubbing alcohol

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

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