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• Wallpaper

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

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Vomit

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

• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• 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.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Microfiber mop

  A relatively new material that removes soil by "hooking" it.

• Driveway

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

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Natural ventilation

  A scientific term for “airing the place out.”

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

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