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  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

  • Smoke alarm

    Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.
  • Spot Removal

    Spills, spots

    A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

  • Toothbrush, old

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

  • Truck-mounted extractor

    These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

  • Urine

    Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.
  • Vacuum Cleaners

    Vacuum cleaner

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

  • Vacuum cleaner maintenance

    A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

  • Vacuum system, central

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

    Vapor Steam Cleaner

    Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.

  • Wall, painted

    First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

  • Wallpaper

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

  • Wet (soak) mopping

    What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

  • Window

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

  • Window screens

    Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.
  • Wood Paneling

    Wood paneling

    Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

  • Wooden beams

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

  • Yellowing

    It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.

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