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• Backpack Vacuums — New Secret Weapon

  10 cleaning solutions with a backpack model vacuum cleaner

• Consumer Reports Finds Vacuums' Claims to Remove Allergens Mean Less Than They Suggest

  Extensive CR testing also finds some stylish vacuums to be sub-par performers.

• Dusting Tips

  Surface area is the key to a good dusting tool.

• How to Buy A Vacuum Cleaner

  Type vs. hype: what’s the best vacuum for your needs?

• Use 'Dry' Steam Vapor Treatment for Healthier Carpet, Upholstery

  Steam vapor cleaning differs from traditional "steam cleaning" of carpet.

• Shower squeegee

  A simple, effective tool that will reduce the number of cleanings showers and tubs need.

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.

• Wooden beams

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

• CDs (Compact Discs)

  Handle with care, and they’ll live a long life.

• Vacuum system, central

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

• Bosch Formula Electro Duo HEPA Canister

  The Bosch Formula Electro Duo HEPA canister vacuum is a great vacuum for those with allergies and asthma. The Bosch Formula Electro Duo HEPA cleans great and is extremely quiet.

• Riccar 1800 Canister Vacuum

  A high-end canister with great filtration.

• Dirt Devil Rechargeable Broom Vac

  Technology makes the average sweep-up job even simpler.

• Black and Decker 36 Volt Rechargeable Cordless String Trimmer

  The Black and Decker 36 Volt high performance rechargeable trimmer is a great alternative to gas-powered trimmers.

• Dyson DC14 All Floors

  The Carpet Professor checks out this brother model to the DC07.

• Compact Canister — Sanitaire

  This compact Sanitaire canister has convenient on-board tools.

• Closet Complete® Hanging 8-Shelf Organizer

  Compact design adds eight shelves in just 12" of rod space!

• Sanitaire System Pro S677

  A rugged commercial quality upright vacuum.

• Canister Vacuum — Bosch

  A vacuum designed to improve cleaning effectiveness, while making vacuuming easier, faster and more comfortable.

• The Big Vac™

  Tough on dirt but easy on you.

• Clean Care Seminars' Specialized Carpet & Upholstery Spotting

  An in-depth book for carpet spot and stain removal.

• Speed Cleaning — Expanded Edition

  Old-fashioned housecleaning is time-consuming. Try Speed Cleaning.

• Green Cleaning for Dummies

  While this book was written to help business clean green, there are practical tips for everyone.

• Kitchen Remodeling For Dummies

  Guidance for redoing the kitchen, whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor.

• Secret Confessions of a Clean Freak

  Quick advice for quick routines to get cleaning done quickly.

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