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Shower stall
Preventing the buildup of soap scum and water deposits is a lot easier than removal later.
Vinyl Floors
No-Wax Floor
A vinyl floor with a tough, clear finish.
Caulking
Tub caulk
Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
Caulking
Caulk
In the bathroom, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
Cleaning Terms
Emulsification
A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
Vacuum cleaner maintenance
A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.
Vinyl Floors
Vinyl flooring
These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
Shower curtain
The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.
Rinse
This step in the cleaning process has the biggest impact on final results.
Carpet Extractors
Extraction cleaning
Process in which a hot, water-based cleaning solution is injected into and extracted from the carpet nap, taking with it the loosened soil.
Soap
The old standby is mild enough for personal use, but doesn’t work too well in hard water.
Microban
It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning consists of methods or procedures that enable carpet fibers to dry to their natural state in two hours or less.
Water
This is the universal solvent for cleaning.
Pressed wood
Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.
Air Cleaner
Air cleaner
There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.
Biofilm
Biofilm
More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.
Driveway
Driveway
Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.
Acoustic Ceiling
Acoustical tile ceiling
A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.
Hot Water Extraction
Hot water extraction
Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.