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  • Grill Cleaning

    Gas grill

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

  • Laminate floor

    These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.
  • Safety

    Eye protection

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

    Mold

    The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

  • Ventilation

    Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

  • Phosphates

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

    Disinfectant

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

    Biological contaminants

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

    Bed bugs

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

    Hazardous waste

    These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.
  • Oven

    Oven, self-cleaning

    The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.
  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

  • Radon

    Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

  • Wallpaper

    It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.
  • Damp Mopping

    Damp mopping

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

  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

  • Oven, conventional

    Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.
  • Antibacterial

    Antibacterial products

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

    CADR

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

    Spills, spots

    A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

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