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• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Microfiber mop

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

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Rinse

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

• Hot water extraction

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

• Extraction cleaning

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

• Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.

• Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

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

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Trash bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on recycling bags for trash disposal.

• Knick-knack

  Postpone cleaning — Display ‘em behind glass.

• Microfiber

  Tiny fibers offer big cleaning benefits.

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