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• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• Radiator heating system

  Cleaning is straightforward when you think safety first.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Iron, clothes

  A little maintenance goes a long way with this appliance.

• Microfiber mop

  A relatively new material that removes soil by "hooking" it.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Weft

  A textile term for yarn which is drawn under and over parallel warp yarns to create a fabric.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Hairbrush

  Simply comb clean, then soak, scrub with a small discarded toothbrush and rinse.

• Foam rubber

  Airing out these items can refresh them.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Acoustical tile ceiling

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

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