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  • Detergent

    A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
  • Chelating agent

    A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.
  • Water softener

    A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.
  • Sodium metasilicate

    This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.
  • Dishwasher detergent

    A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.
  • Surfactant

    It makes water wetter!
  • Rinse

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

    The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.
  • Builders

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

    Cleaner and brighter, thanks to this booster.
  • Phosphates

    Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.
  • Shower stall

    Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.
  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

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

    The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.
  • Ketchup spills

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

    This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
  • Chlorine bleach

    This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
  • Vomit

    Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water, experts say. Then follow these tips.
  • Hard water

    Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

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