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• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.
• Fungus

  Fungi

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

  Vapor Steam Cleaner

  Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

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

• Sink, porcelain

  Be gentle, since true porcelain cracks and scratches easily.
• Wool

  Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.
• Awning

  Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.
• Pet Dander

  Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.
• Driveway

  Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.
• Acoustic Ceiling

  Acoustical tile ceiling

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

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.
• Hot Water Extraction

  Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.
• Flooding

  Floods

  Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.
• Carpet Extractors

  Extraction cleaning

  Process in which a hot, water-based cleaning solution is injected into and extracted from the carpet nap, taking with it the loosened soil.
• Upholstery Cleaning

  Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
• Sprayer

  Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• Ink spot

  Fast action can prevent spots from becoming permanent stains.

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