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• CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.

• Viruses

  Microorganisms that can cause a lot of mischief, viruses need hosts for propagation.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Plastic case, electronic

  More and more electronic appliances are housed in this material. Cleaning is easy.

• Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Exhaust ventilation

  A scientific term for a fan and duct work.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Answering machine

  Make quick work of cleaning this small appliance.

• Television

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

• XRF

  X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Baskets

  A tisket, a tasket ... here's how to clean your basket.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

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