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  • Enzymes

    Enzymes

    Naturally-occurring proteins used in cleaning products to digest waste and remove stains.
  • Pet Dander

    Dander

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

  • Pets

    No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.

  • Urine

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

    Excrement

    Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
  • Feces

    Feces

    Also known as stool or excrement, this waste must be dealt with safely.

  • Mattress

    Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.

  • Skunk odor

    A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

  • 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.

  • Vomit

    Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water. Then follow these tips.
  • Germs

    Microbes

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

    Bacteria digester

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

    Spills, spots

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

  • MERV

    A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.
  • Furnace

    Furnace

    Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.

  • Pre-finished floor

    Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.
  • HVAC

    Air filter

    Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
  • Vacuum Cleaners

    Vacuum cleaner

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

    Nanotechnology

    Nanotechnology describes the creation and use of materials, devices and systems which control matter at the atomic or molecular level or “nanoscale”.
  • Absorbents

    Absorbents

    Granular substances that soak up stains and spills.

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