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• Enamel

  Enamel

  Durable, but not indestructible, hard, glossy coating that can withstand cleaning products that might degrade latex-paint finishes.
• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.
• Enzymes

  Enzymes

  Naturally-occurring proteins used in cleaning products to digest waste and remove stains.
• Ergonomic

  Ergonomics

  Features and design elements on products and equipment created to optimize use and reduce strain and risk of injury from repetitive motion.
• Excrement

  Excrement

  Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
• Ventilation

  Exhaust ventilation

  Fan and duct work used to remove harmful airborne contaminants from an area.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
• Feces

  Feces

  Also known as stool or excrement, this waste must be dealt with safely.
• Flooding

  Floods

  Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.
• Flooring

  Flooring

  Formal floor covering over a subfloor, which can include carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile.
• Foam Rubber

  Foam rubber

  Periodic attention is needed to minimize foul odors.
• Formica

  Formica

  This laminate surface is durable and resilient if properly cleaned.
• Fungus

  Fungi

  Mold and mildew are common forms of fungi that cause problems when present in homes.
• Fungicide

  Fungicide

  Mildew and mold are fungi. Bleach, borax, and other common chemicals effectively fight outbreaks.
• Window Cleaning

  Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.
• Green Cleaning

  Green cleaning

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

  Grout

  It’s a pesky cleaning problem. Here’s a tip for making it less of a drag in the future.
• Upholstery Cleaning

  Haitian cotton

  Cleaning this natural-look upholstery fabric is a real challenge, even for professionals.
• Hard Water

  Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.
• Hazardous Waste

  Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

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