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• Hardwood Floors — Easy Tips for Cleaning

  According to the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), hardwood floors are low maintenance, beautiful and can last for years with the right care.
• Carpet Cleaning

  What is a Hot Water Extraction ("Steam") Cleaning Method?

  "Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water.

• Turning Laundry on Its Side

  Benefits of the front-loading washing machine.

• Kids in the Kitchen

  Celebrity chef, Rachael Ray, provides tips for cooking (and cleaning) with kids.
• Child Safety

  How to Judge a Used Crib

  A quick rundown of crib safety essentials.

• Deep Cleaning and Selecting A Carpet Cleaning Professional

  If you find that no matter how much you vacuum, your carpet still does not look like it used to, it may be time for deep cleaning. While there are do-it-yourself cleaning methods on the market, hiring a professional is often the safest, fastest and easiest option.
• Carpet Cleaning

  What is the Standard Drying Time When Carpet is Cleaned?

  Just-cleaned carpet should dry within six to eight hours or less, and should never stay damp more than 24 hours, or microbial growth and odor may occur.

• Wall Washing Secrets

  You don't have to give attention to your walls often, but when you do, here are some best-practice tips from Jeff Campbell.

• When Laundering Leaves Spots on Towels

  Q & A with Tara Aronson.

• For Dummies® — Caulking Your Tub and Shower

  How to remove old caulking, treat for mold and apply a new, protective caulk line.

• Should Asthmatics and Allergy Sufferers Have Pets?

  That depends, but either way they can take the proper steps to reduce exposure to pet allergens.

• Spring Clean Your House in a Weekend

  Get it over and done with!

• Top Deck Treatments

  Consumer Reports helps homeowners choose deck treatments that can "weather" summer and winter.

• Mold Can Cause Serious Health Problems

  It's dark, it's dangerous, and it's alive....

• Carpet Cleaning Tips - Do-It-Yourself or Professional Cleaning?

  Interim vs. deep cleaning: when to call in the pros.

• Restoring Gleam To Your Old Crystal

  Q & A with Tara Aronson.

• Before Guests Arrive: A Checklist

  Here is a short checklist to help make sure you are prepared for company.

• The Drapery Department

  Find out what you can realistically expect from cleaning window draperies.

• Get Garage Sale Savvy

  Spruce up your forgotten stuff and you can have a garage sale to remember, says home fix-up expert Beverly DeJulio.

• Upholstery Cleaning and Care

  Extend the useful life of upholstered furniture and keep it looking great by caring for it properly.

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