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• Cleaning Terms

  Emulsification

  A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
• Enamel

  Enamel

  Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.
• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

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

  Enzymes

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

  Ergonomics

  Features and design elements on products and equipment created to optimize use and reduce strain and risk of injury from repetitive motion.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
• Fiberglass

  Fiberglass

  A durable surface that must be delicately cleaned to prevent scratches.
• Flooding

  Floods

  Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.
• Flooring

  Flooring

  Formal floor covering over a subfloor, which can include carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile.
• Foam Rubber

  Foam rubber

  Periodic attention is needed to minimize foul odors.
• Formica

  Formica

  This laminate surface is durable and resilient if properly cleaned.
• Furnace

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.
• Garbage Bags

  Garbage bags

  How to chose the right bag for your needs and what to look for on product labels.
• Grill Cleaning

  Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.
• Window Cleaning

  Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.
• Green Cleaning

  Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.
• Grout

  Grout

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

  Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.
• Cleaning Tips

  Hairbrush

  Simply comb clean, then soak, scrub with a small discarded toothbrush and rinse.
• Hard Water

  Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

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