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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.
• Alabaster

  Alabaster

  Clean with damp cloth or sponge but don't overwet.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

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

  Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.
• Candles

  Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.
• Carbon Monoxide

  Carbon monoxide

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

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Barbecue Grill

  Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.
• Chimney

  Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.
• Coffee Maker

  Coffee maker

  Keep it clean, and your coffee will taste noticeably better — guaranteed!
• Computer Keyboard

  Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.
• Damp Mopping

  Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.
• Drains

  Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

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

  Emulsification

  A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

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

  Ergonomics

  Features and design elements on products and equipment created to optimize use and reduce strain and risk of injury from repetitive motion.
• Filter

  Fabric filter

  Any fabric that captures dust particles from a stream of moving air.

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