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Scouring
Abrasive (scouring) cleaners
They're great aids in deep cleaning, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.
Acetone
Acetone
That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.
Acoustic Ceiling
Acoustical tile ceiling
A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.
Grill Cleaning
Barbecue grill
We’ve listed these patio appliances as separate entries by fuel type.
Grill Cleaning
Bed bugs
You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
Carpet And Rug Institute
Carpet and Rug Institute
The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.
Carpet Terms
Carpet Terms
Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
Builders
Chelating agent
A "builder" that gets dissolved minerals out of the way of laundry detergent.
Carpet And Rug Institute
CRI
An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.
Detergent
Detergent
A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
Dilution
Dilution
Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?
Grease
Grease, airborne
Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
IICRC
An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, now The Clean Trust, a standards and certification organization.
Labels, product
We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.
Mineral scale
That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.
Pressure washers
They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.
Quartz
Quartz surface
It's a lot more resistant to staining and damage than other stone or composite countertops. Cleanup is easy.
Recycling symbol, plastic
How to “read” plastic containers for recycling.
Relative humidity
Even humidity is relative.
Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol
An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.