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• De-scaler

  De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.
• Degreaser

  Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.
• Denatured Alcohol

  Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
• Dilution

  Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?
• Enzymes

  Enzymes

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

  Extraction cleaning

  Process in which a hot, water-based cleaning solution is injected into and extracted from the carpet nap, taking with it the loosened soil.
• Glass

  Eyeglasses

  Prescription lenses that can be easily damaged with improper cleaning care.
• Flooding

  Floods

  Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.
• Formica

  Formica

  This laminate surface is durable and resilient if properly cleaned.
• Fungus

  Fungi

  Mold and mildew are common forms of fungi that cause problems when present in homes.
• Fungicide

  Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.
• Polish

  Furniture polish

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

  Garbage bags

  How to chose the right bag for your needs and what to look for on product labels.
• Window Cleaning

  Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.
• Green Cleaning

  Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.
• Grout

  Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.
• Grout

  Grout brush

  The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.
• Hazardous Waste

  Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.
• Hot Water Extraction

  Hot water extraction

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

• Hydrogen peroxide

  The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.

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