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Detergent
A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.Surfactant
It makes water wetter!Builders
These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.Chelating agent
A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.Phosphates
Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.Rinse
This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.Enzyme
These important stain fighters occur throughout nature. Green cleaning
Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.Dilution
Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios? Non-stick cookware
Easy does it. Leave the gritty cleansers and rough pads to more demanding jobs.Borax
Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.Emulsification
The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.Soap
The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.Microbes
The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.Hard water
Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.Quilt
This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.Lint
It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.Bathroom rug
Just chuck them into the washing machine.Allergen slipcover
These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.