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  • Sanitizer

    These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.
  • Disinfectant

    Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.
  • Sterilizer

    Agents or methods used to kill everything that can cause infection or disease.
  • Weft

    A textile term for yarn which is drawn under and over parallel warp yarns to create a fabric.
  • Microban®

    It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.
  • Builders

    These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.
  • Anti-bacterial products

    The scientific debate continues over whether soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.
  • Telephone

    Fingerprints and grime come off these hard-plastic appliances easily.
  • Well-ventilated area

    Another term you’ll see frequently in HC-Pedia. What do we mean?
  • Smoke alarm

    Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.
  • Bathroom fan

    Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
  • Degreaser

    A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.
  • Fire alarm

    Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
  • Biological contaminants

    Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.
  • Air filter

    All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.
  • Mildew

    It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.
  • Microbes

    The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to bad smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.
  • Needlework

    When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.
  • Dilution

    Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?
  • Paint cleaning

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

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