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• Emulsification

  The process that makes so many cleaning products effective.

• Environmental agents

  What the scientists mean when using this term.

• Exhaust ventilation

  A scientific term for a fan and duct work.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Eye protection

  Keep your eyes safe — they’re vulnerable to injury during lots of jobs.

• Eyeglasses

  It's a lot easier than you think to damage prescription lenses.

• Fabric filter

  A fancy term for a wide variety of dust catchers.

• Fiberglass

  Easy does it when cleaning. It’s all too easy to scratch this otherwise durable material.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Floor Care: No Wax Floor

  Not so fast with the finishing polish or wax! Do this first.

• Foam rubber

  Airing out these items can refresh them.

• Freezer

  Defrosting is another cleaning task that helps to save energy.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

• Garbage bags

  What to look for on product labels. Plus, tips on re-using plastic shopping bags.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.

• Green cleaning

  Safer product purchases and methods that may help spare the environment.

• Gutter, rain

  Dirt streaks on gutter facings are hints that this job is overdue.

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