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• How to Vacuum a Carpet

  Brush up on the basics of vacuuming.

• Stain Removal During and After the Party - A Professional's View

  Act Quickly! Ninety percent of the spots on carpet and upholstery can be removed completely if they are absorbed, blotted and flushed within two or three minutes.

• Self-Cleaning Windows

  Building materials have come a long way in housework prevention.

• Loving Leather

  The kinds and care of leather upholstery.

• Oxi-type Bleach Stains

  Stain removal products containing oxygen bleaches must be used correctly or bleach spots may result.

• Protect Yourself When Removing Mold

  What to wear when removing mold from your home.

• Is There Life After Housework?

  Don't let cleaning take over your schedule.

• Hit the Deck!

  Get your deck in shape for summer.

• Fridge Smells that Won't Go Away

  Q & A with Tara Aronson

• For Dummies® — Keeping a Pet-Friendly Home Clean

  A clean home is a comfortable home — for both you and your pet.

• Get Rid of Clutter in an Hour or Less

  When you're done, take a deep breath and admire your work.

• Dusting - The Science of Dust Buildup

  Why common household dust behaves as it does.

• Getting a Grip on the Garage

  Garages can really spin out of control this time of year.

• Spots and Stains

  Treat them right to persuade them to go away.

• Storm Damage Restoration

  The following information is submitted by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) as a public service to those who have suffered water-related losses due to storm damage (e.g., hurricane, tornado).

• Tips for a Healthier Kitchen

  Fixes for surprising sources of possible respiratory distress.

• Popcorn Ceilings 101

  For health's sake, know your ceiling's ingredients before dusting up a storm.

• Cleaning Small Appliances

  Remember the kitchen-counter appliances when you clean up after dinner.

• 10 Care Tips for Hardwood Cabinets

  Though found in kitchens and bathrooms, hardwood cabinets are not immune to water. Here's how to care for them.

• Save Suds, Water and Energy

  Specially designed laundry detergent and high-efficiency washing machines can reduce water and energy use to as low as 20 percent of that consumed by the conventional load of laundry.

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