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• Backpack Vacuums — New Secret Weapon

  10 cleaning solutions with a backpack model vacuum cleaner

• Bacteria in Household Dust May Trigger Asthma Symptoms

  Why you should remove dust not inhale it.

• Banishing Clutter

  There’s utter clutter! It doesn’t just happen overnight. Be disciplined, and “steady as you go” to prevent facing one very big job later.

• Be Wise and Organize

  A place for everything: reclaim your space and peace of mind.

• Before Guests Arrive: A Checklist

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

• Benefits of Central Vacuums

  Seven reasons to go central.

• Break Those Mess-making Habits!

  What you don't mess up, you don't have to clean!

• Building Your Weather Wall

  Defend a cozy — and healthy — home when the weather blows in.

• Bust Remodeling Dust

  Home improvement expert Danny Lipford lays out how to protect your home from construction dust.

• Candles — Are They Good for Your Indoor Air?

  They may smell good, but are they good for you and your home?

• Caring for Leather Garments

  Get the dos and don'ts of leather care.

• Caring for Wood, Silver, Copper and Brass Antiques

  Secrets to preserving those antiques, heirlooms and collectibles.

• Caring for Your Carpet

  Checklist for routine carpet maintenance carpet cleaning

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

  CRI adds Green Vacuum Cleaners and Green Cleaning Certification.

• Carpet Care

  What’s underfoot requires a little understanding. We’ll show you how to sustain and maintain your carpet for years of long life.

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

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

• Carpet Cleaning Tips - Entrance Mats and Other Steps

  Contain soil and dust: fight dirt at the front door (and inside).

• Carpet Cleaning Tips - Rug Cleaning

  How to clean area rugs.
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  Carpet Cleaning Tips - Spot Removal

  Removing Tough Spots and Stains (Think Red Wine and Chocolate).

• Carpet Cleaning Tips - Vacuuming

  Proper vacuuming is the easiest and most effective way to keep carpet clean, while having a positive impact on the cleanliness of your home and the air you breathe.

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