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• High traffic area

  Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.

• Mop, mopping

  A guide to the best tools and techniques for keeping many hard floor surfaces sparkling.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Labels, product

  We cannot overstate the importance of reading product labels. Far too many people ignore this vital information.

• Brick, interior (untreated)

  This porous surface can be cleaned using the right methods.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.

• Abrasive (scouring) cleaners

  They're great aids in everyday chores, but be careful — don't cause damage that can only complicate future cleaning.

• Water softener

  A powder can help with laundering in hard water. There’s also a more permanent solution.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Sink, enameled metal

  Enamel is a tough, attractive finish, but it can be scratched or chipped.

• No-wax floors

  The name is a bit of a misnomer.

• Pressure washers

  They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Zodiaq

  A quartz/polymer solid surface countertop line for kitchens manufactured by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington, DE.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

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