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  • Silk houseplants

    Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.
  • Air Cleaner

    Air cleaner

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

  • Ketchup spills

    Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.
  • Germs

    Microbes

    The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to foul smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.
  • Carpet Terms

    Carpet Terms

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

  • Mattress

    Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.
  • Power Cord

    Electrical cord

    Simply cleaned but needs a regular safety check for worn, cracked, or frayed insulation.

  • Humidifier, portable

    It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

  • IICRC

    An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, now The Clean Trust, a standards and certification organization.

  • Oriental rug

    This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

  • Rug, area

    These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
  • Garbage Disposal

    Food disposer

    Also known as a garbage disposal, food disposers chop up food waste enabling it to be washed down the drain safely.

  • Window screens

    Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

  • Rinse

    This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
  • Dust Mites

    Dust mites

    These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.
  • Denatured Alcohol

    Denatured alcohol

    This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
  • Concrete

    Concrete floor

    Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.
  • Dilution

    Dilution

    Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

  • Ink spot

    Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.
  • Stain Removal

    Juice spill

    Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

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