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  • Houseplants

    Dusting and rinsing are the answers.

  • 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.

  • Humidity

    What this term means for a clean, healthy home.

  • Knives

    Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.

  • Laminate floor

    These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

  • Microban

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

    Mildew

    Usually just another name for mold.
  • Mold

    Mold

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

  • Phosphates

    Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.

  • Shower stall

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

  • Silk houseplants

    Plastics clean easily. Check for colorfastness before cleaning fabric plants with water.
  • Carpet Terms

    Sisal

    Traditionally used for rope and twine, sisal has many uses, including paper, cloth, wall coverings and carpets.

  • Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

    An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

  • Upholstery

    Vacuuming is your first line of defense against big cleaning hassles.

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