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• Time

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

• Toilet

  Regular, thorough cleanings will make this job much easier.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Upholstery

  Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Vacuum cleaner soil removal

  How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

• Vacuum system, central

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

• Vacuuming

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

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

• Wallpaper

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

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Well-ventilated area

  Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?

• Wilsonart® laminate

  Countertops for kitchens, baths and other applications manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Window

  Where most people really need help is with large expanses of glass — this is where the streaks are.

• Wool garment

  Take it to the dry cleaner unless care instructions say otherwise.

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