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• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Environmental agents

  What the scientists mean when using this term.

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• Radiator, steam (upright)

  These are the simplest, safest type of radiator to keep clean.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Wallpaper

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

• Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.

• Room air conditioner

  Cleaning this appliance is best done in autumn.

• Automotive interior

  That new-car appearance and smell won’t last forever. These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Urine

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

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