Housekeeping Channel - For the Home You Keep. The Resource for Better, Faster, Healthier Housekeeping.

Explore

1-20 of 38
Page: 1 2 Next->

HC-Pedia Entries

matching your search for "More Topics":
Go Back to My Initial Results

Sort results by: Best Match | Alphabetically

Leaf blower
These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.
MERV
A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.
Relative humidity
Even humidity is relative.
HVAC
Air filter
Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
Humidity
What this term means for a clean, healthy home.
Humidifier, whole house
Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.
Indoor Environment
Environmental agents
Environmental agents are conditions such as humidity extremes, drafts, lack of ventilation, and overcrowding that cause stress, discomfort, or health problems.
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.
Concrete
Concrete floor
Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.
Humidifier, portable
It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.
Bathroom Fan
Bathroom fan
Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
Air Purifier
CADR
Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.
Vacuum system, central
These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.
Vent, heating and air conditioning
Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.
Mildew
Mildew
Usually just another name for mold.
Window Cleaning
Extension pole
These attachment tools allow for the safe cleaning of a home’s high and hard-to-reach areas.
HEPA
HEPA
A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.
Vacuum Cleaners
Vacuum cleaner
Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.
Vacuum Cleaners
Air watt
This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.
Radon
Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.