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• Houseplants

  Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Mattress

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

• Figurine

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

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Relative humidity

  Even humidity is relative.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Environmental agents

  What the scientists mean when using this term.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Carbon monoxide

  You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.

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