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• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether antibacterial soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.
• Antibacterial

  Bed bugs

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

  Biological contaminants

  Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.
• Air Purifier

  CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.
• Builders

  Chelating agent

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

  Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.
• Damp Mopping

  Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.
• Disinfectant

  Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.
• Duct Cleaning

  Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.
• Indoor Environment

  Environmental agents

  Environmental agents are conditions such as humidity extremes, drafts, lack of ventilation, and overcrowding that cause stress, discomfort, or health problems.
• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.
• Excrement

  Excrement

  Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
• Feces

  Feces

  Also known as stool or excrement, this waste must be dealt with safely.
• Food Processor

  Food processor

  Handy tool for breaking up food into right-sized pieces, that should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.
• Grill Cleaning

  Gas grill

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

  Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.
• Hardwood Floors

  Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

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