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High Efficiency Washers
High Efficiency Washing Machines
HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.
Phosphates
Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.
Portable extractor
These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.
Dishwasher
Dishwasher detergent
A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.
Steam Cleaner
Vapor Steam Cleaner
Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.
Comforter
Comforter
Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.
Dish Detergent
Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent
Inexpensive, mild and useful in a wide range of tasks.
Lint
It’s unavoidable, just like death and taxes. Here’s how to make it bearable.
Quilt
This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.
Bathroom Rug
Bathroom rug
Just chuck them into the washing machine.
Answering Machine
Answering machine
Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.
Car Wash
Automotive exterior
Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
Hot Water Extraction
Hot water extraction
Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.
Rust
Rust stain
Do not reach for bleach - it will make this stain worse. Here is what to do.
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.
Alkaline
Alkalies
Best for removing grease and oil.
Plastic case, electronic
More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology describes the creation and use of materials, devices and systems which control matter at the atomic or molecular level or “nanoscale”.
Bottle
Bottle
A bottle brush on a long wire handle is an indispensable tool.
Oriental rug
This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.