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• Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Residue

  Preventing this problem is why you’re frequently advised to rinse well.

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Protective gloves

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

• Stainless steel

  Its name refers to rust and stain resistance, but it’s not stain-proof. Here’s how to deal with everyday blemishes.

• Rubber gloves

  Some jobs require greater hand protection than others.

• Window

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

• Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.

• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Soap

  The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.

• Dry sponge

  Removes dirt where you can't use liquids.

• Lye

  Be careful — as your nose has warned you already, this is a powerful and caustic substance.

• Bacteria digester

  A handy cleaner, particularly with pets or small children around.

• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

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