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• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Vacuuming

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

• Vent, heating and air conditioning

  Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Videotape cassette

  Dusting videocassettes keeps the inside of your VCR cleaner.

• Vinegar

  Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.

• Vinyl flooring

  These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.

• Wall, painted

  First, vacuum or dry-sponge walls. Wash if necessary with the following method.

• Wallpaper

  It’s best to follow instructions that came with the wallcovering. Read on if care tips can’t be found.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Well-ventilated area

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

• Wet-dry vac

  Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.

• Wicking

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

• Wilsonart® flooring

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

• Window screens

  Take screens down to clean them. It’s a lot easier — and sometimes safer — than cleaning them in place.

• Wood paneling

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

• Wooden beams

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

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