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• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• Bathroom rug

  Just chuck them into the washing machine.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Microbes

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

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• 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.

• Natural ventilation

  A scientific term for “airing the place out.”

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Ammonia

  Another fine degreaser, but watch that smell!

• Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Wooden beams

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

• Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Oven, conventional

  Clear winner of the Worst Job in the House Award.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

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