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• Time

  How much time should be devoted to housekeeping? It depends....

• IICRC

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

• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

  What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Leaf blower

  These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.

• Blinds, window

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

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Barbecue grill

  We’ve listed these patio appliances as separate entries by fuel type.

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Baseboards

  The no-backache way to keep them clean.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

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