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• Absorbents

  Absorbents

  Granular substances that soak up stains and spills.
• Vinegar

  Acetic acid

  The main active ingredient in vinegar.
• Acid

  Acid

  It's helpful — and hazardous — at the same time.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial products

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

  Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.
• ATP

  ATP

  ATP or Adenosine Triphosphate is the main energy transfer molecule present in all living (and once living) biological cells including animal, plant, bacterial, yeast, and mold cells.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Automobile

  Automotive interior

  These tips will keep the ride pleasant for many years.
• Baskets

  Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.
• Baskets

  Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Green Cleaning

  Biodegradable

  A substance is biodegradable when natural biological decay processes can break it down into simple molecules.
• Biofilm

  Biofilm

  More than just gross, that slime is a bacterial fortress.
• Biocontaminants

  Biological contaminants

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

  Blood

  A not-so-fearsome stain — if it gets immediate attention.
• Book

  Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

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

  Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.
• Computer Keyboard

  Computer keyboard

  Easy does it, and watch those liquids around the keys.
• Counter Brush

  Counter brush

  Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.

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