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• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Mold

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

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

• Microban®

  It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

• Fungus

  The kingdom to which molds and mildews belong.

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• MCS

  Here’s what multiple chemical sensitivity means.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Wallpaper

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

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Toxoplasmosis

  A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.

• N95 respirator

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

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