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• Solvents

  Solvent

  Solvents help dissolve soils for removal.

• Well-ventilated area

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

  Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.
• 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.
• PH

  pH

  Following is a quick lesson in the chemistry of cleaning.

• Oil spill

  Act quickly, or these spots can be a real nightmare to clean.

• Paint cleaning

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

  Degreaser

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

  Absorbents

  Granular substances that soak up stains and spills.
• Monitor

  Computer monitor

  Flat panels are cleaned differently than the older CRT screens.
• Acetone

  Acetone

  That bottle of nail-polish remover has more than just one purpose.

• Plastic furniture

  The garden hose is the easiest and best tool for routine cleanings.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.
• Denatured Alcohol

  Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
• Respirator

  N95 respirator

  An essential tool used to protect people from hazardous fumes during certain jobs.
• Bathtub

  Bathtub

  Enamel or plastic? Know before you clean.
• Upholstery Cleaning

  Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
• VOCs

  Organic chemical, compound

  Any substance that has carbon molecules in its structure.
• Power Cord

  Electrical cord

  Simply cleaned but needs a regular safety check for worn, cracked, or frayed insulation.

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