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• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

• Dust mites

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

• 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.

• Pre-finished floor

  Sweep or vacuum the floor at least weekly.

• Vacuuming

  Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

• Wooden beams

  Use a vacuum cleaner occasionally to keep ahead of dust, grime and cobwebs.

• Wilsonart® flooring

  A high-pressure laminate floor manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, TX.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Mat

  Hate dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping so often? Try a set of these.

• Hardwood floor

  Sweep or vacuum often, and clean with minimal water.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Wicking

  An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.

• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Dust, dusting

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

• Carpet

  Vacuum often to maintain appearance and long life.

• Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.

• Concrete floor

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

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

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