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Vacuum cleaner maintenance
A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.
Vacuum cleaner soil removal
How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.
Vacuum filtration
Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.
Vacuum system, central
These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.
Vacuuming
Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.
Steam Cleaner
Vapor Steam Cleaner
Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.
Vent, heating and air conditioning
Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.
Video Players
Videocassette recorder (VCR)
Though DVDs and Blu-Rays have largely replaced VCRs, many folks still have their video recorders/players and tape collections to maintain.
Vinegar
Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.
Vinyl
Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.
Vinyl Floors
Vinyl flooring
These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.
Wall, painted
First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.
Wallpaper
It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.
Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
Water Softener
Water softener
A water softening additive can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.
Wax, candle
Successful removal depends on the surface.
Well-ventilated area
Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?
Wicking
An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.
Wilsonart flooring
A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.