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  • Enzymes

    Enzymes

    Naturally-occurring proteins used in cleaning products to digest waste and remove stains.
  • Cleaning Terms

    Emulsification

    A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
  • Dust Mites

    Dust mites

    These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.
  • Green Cleaning

    Biodegradable

    A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.
  • Driveway

    Driveway

    Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.
  • Biofilm

    Biofilm

    More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.

  • Vomit

    Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water. Then follow these tips.

  • Urine

    Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.
  • Bathtub

    Bathtub

    Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.

  • Mattress

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

    Hard water

    Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

  • Mop, mopping

    A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.
  • Enzymes

    Bacteria digester

    A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.
  • Washing Dishes

    Glassware

    Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.
  • Bleach

    Chlorine bleach

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

  • Pets

    No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.
  • Germs

    Microbes

    The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to foul smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

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

  • Houseplants

    Dusting and rinsing are the answers.
  • Pet Dander

    Dander

    Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

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