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Enzyme
These important stain fighters occur throughout nature.
Haitian cotton
Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
Formica®
Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.
Hydrogen peroxide
The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.
Sodium metasilicate
This highly effective cleaner is a phosphate-free substitute for trisodium phosphate.
Vacuum cleaner
Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.
Wallpaper
It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.
Iron skillet
Here’s one instance where lots of scrubbing can actually be harmful. Do it the easy way!
Mineral scale
That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.
Leaf blower
These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.
Trisodium phosphate (TSP)
An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.
Vinyl flooring
These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
MERV
A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.
Pressed wood
Vacuuming is the best way to dust this porous surface.
Oven, convection
Even if your oven “cleans” itself, some tasks still need to be done by hand.
Lock
Once-a-year maintenance that should take less than 5 minutes. Promise!
Pressure washers
They’re great outdoor cleaning tools, but they can cause severe injury or damage if misused.
White vinegar
Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.
Acetic acid
The main active ingredient in vinegar.
IICRC
An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

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