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• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Residue

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

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• Mold

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

• Butcher block

  A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• 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.

• Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.

• Wallpaper

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

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Builders

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

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Wet (soak) mopping

  What to do when damp mopping no longer effectively cleans a vinyl, tile or sealed-stone floor.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

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