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• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

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

• 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.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Fire

  Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
• Acoustic Ceiling

  Acoustical tile ceiling

  A ceiling that absorbs sound — plus a whole lot more.
• HEPA

  HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.
• Candles

  Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.
• Alcohol

  Alcohol

  A solvent, degreaser and adhesive remover with many uses.
• Rubbing Alcohol

  Rubbing alcohol

  An inexpensive, highly useful household solvent. Use carefully — it’s flammable.
• Alkaline

  Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.
• Popcorn Ceiling

  Acoustic popcorn ceiling

  A ceiling finish that presents a cleaning challenge.

• Odor

  Don’t cover up, clean up. Here’s how.
• Chimney

  Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.
• Air Purifier

  CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• MERV

  A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.
• Acrylic

  Acrylic fixture

  Clean gently without abrasives.

• Plexiglass

  You may not want to use even paper towels for this cleaning task.
• HVAC

  Air filter

  Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
• Spot Removal

  Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, gently...
• Air Cleaner

  Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

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