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

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

• Fighting Dust Mite Allergies — With Vacuuming & Steam Vapor

  Study shows vacuuming & steam vapor sanitizing effective.

• Time to Act on Allergens

  Beat the seasonal and year-round sniffles.

• 4 Steps to Fabulous Floors!

  A little light work keeps floors protected and clean.

• Floor Care Tips

  Here are some tips from the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) on how to properly care for and maintain one of the hardest working surfaces in your house.

• Do I Dust or Vacuum First?

  Answers to this and other important housekeeping questions from cleaning expert Don Aslett.

• Vacuum Not Working as Well as It Should?

  Quick pointers in vacuum cleaner maintenance

• Natural Cleaning Products

  Raid the kitchen and laundry room for safer alternatives to cleaning chemicals.

• 10 Tips for Less-Toxic Spring Cleaning — With Kids

  Safely mobilize your family task force this spring.

• Eight Myths of Vacuuming

  Are you an informed consumer? Consider these eight myths, and corresponding truths, about vacuuming.

• Caring for Your Carpet

  Checklist for routine carpet maintenance carpet cleaning

• Dusting Wood Objects of Museum Quality

  Got fine wood or wooden antiques? Here's advice from the Museum Management Program of the National Park Service (NPS).

• Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval Goes “Green”

  CRI adds Green Vacuum Cleaners and Green Cleaning Certification.

• Carpet Terms

  Basic terminology to help you become more educated when it comes to your carpet purchase and installation.

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

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

• Go for the Deep Carpet Dirt

  Your carpet's fibers, whether natural or man-made, dictate the method you should use for regular deep cleanings.

• Serious Business: How to Deep Clean

  You shouldn’t merely scratch the surface. Do the thorough job that makes your home do more than shine.

• Benefits of Central Vacuums

  Seven reasons to go central.

• Top 10 Ways To Combat Allergies Through Better Housekeeping

  Dr. Berger shares his tips for healthier housekeeping.

• Oriental Rugs and More

  Rug weaving is a tradition that spans the centuries and many cultures.

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