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• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Air cleaner

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

• IICRC

  An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

• CRI

  An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.

• MERV

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

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Vacuum cleaner dust release

  The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.

• Biological contaminants

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

• HEPA

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

• Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Television

  These appliances attract a lot of dust. Here's how to prevent or remove it.

• Alkalies

  Best for removing grease and oil.

• Air watt

  This standard measures the cleaning power of a vacuum cleaner.

• Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

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