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• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Carpet and Rug Institute

  The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Marble

  Solid as a rock? Not quite, if it’s unsealed marble.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Cellulosic Browning

  Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

• CRI

  An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.

• Rinse

  This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Laminate floor

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

• Portable extractor

  These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Vacuuming

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

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

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