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• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

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

  Air filter

  Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
• Vacuum Cleaners

  Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether antibacterial soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.
• Biocontaminants

  Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.
• Air Purifier

  CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

  Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Duct Cleaning

  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.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

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

  Feather duster

  Dusting tool popular for its flexibility and ease of use.
• Fiberglass

  Fiberglass

  A durable surface that must be delicately cleaned to prevent scratches.
• Figurines

  Figurine

  Cleaning these collectibles or decorative characters should be done carefully.
• Fire

  Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
• Fungus

  Fungi

  Mold and mildew are common forms of fungi that cause problems when present in homes.
• Furnace

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.
• Grease

  Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

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