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• Microwave Oven

  Microwave oven

  An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure when to comes to keeping this appliance clean.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.
• Vinyl Floors

  Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
• Oven

  Oven, convection

  Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.
• Duct Cleaning

  Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.
• Flooring

  Flooring

  Formal floor covering over a subfloor, which can include carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile.
• Caulking

  Tub caulk

  Durable and easily applied, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
• Countertops

  Hi-Macs

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

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.
• Caulking

  Caulk

  In the bathroom, caulk makes repairing cracked or broken grout easy.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

  Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
• Carpet Cleaning

  Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
• Dust Mites

  Dust mites

  These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.
• Deck

  Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

• Scrubber, scrubbing pad

  The darker it is, the more likely it is to scratch and damage a surface.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.
• Drains

  Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• Stain Removal

  Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

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