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• Mold

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

• Bathroom fan

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

• Sterilizer

  Agents or methods used to kill everything that can cause infection or disease.

• Mildew

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

• Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.

• Fungicide

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

• N95 respirator

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

• Grout

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

• Air cleaner

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

• Antifungal

  These drugs are different from the agents used to fight fungi on surfaces.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Sanitizer

  These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

• Microbes

  The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

• Range fan

  The hood has a removable filter that’s essential for reducing airborne grease.

• Shower stall

  Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.

• Protective gloves

  We use this term often in describing how to perform various cleaning tasks safely. Here’s what it means.

• Rubber gloves

  Some jobs require greater hand protection than others.

• 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.

• Humidity

  What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

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