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• Backpack Vacuums — New Secret Weapon

  10 cleaning solutions with a backpack model vacuum cleaner

• Why Should People with Asthma & Allergies Vacuum?

  Vacuuming is an essential part of limiting exposure to asthma and allergy triggers such as pet dander, dust mites, pollen and other allergens.

• Stop Pollution Indoors

  Ten steps to better indoor environmental quality

• How to Buy A Vacuum Cleaner

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

• Should Asthmatics and Allergy Sufferers Have Pets?

  That depends, but either way they can take the proper steps to reduce exposure to pet allergens.

• HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• Preventive maintenance

  Take care of household systems and cleaning tools, and they’ll take care of you.

• 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.

• Vacuum cleaner

  Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.

• Simplicity Synergy Upright Vacuum

  This upright vacuum has two motors to enhance performance, and a high-end filtration system.

• Oreck XL21 Upright Vacuum

  Lightweight upright comes with a canister vac and a 21-year warranty.

• Hoover Self Propelled WindTunnel Ultra Upright Vacuum

  The Hoover Self Propelled WindTunnel Ultra Upright is a great tool to remove allergens from your home.

• Riccar 1800 Canister Vacuum

  A high-end canister with great filtration.

• 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.

• Upright Vacuum — ProTeam

  High performance dual-motor vacuum providing 96 CFM, 72 inches of static lift, a 16-inch cleaning path and quiet 77 dB operation.

• Hoover™ Z™ Bagless Upright

  An innovative bagless upright vacuum for multiple surfaces. It converts to a canister, eliminates most maintenance issues, and features a 20 foot hose for reaching above floors.

• Arm & Hammer Vacuum Bags

  Deodorize while you vacuum - use filter bags "with the power of baking soda..."

• Wet/Dry Vac — Sanitaire

  Sanitaire's new wet/dry vacuum, model SC2835.

• DC 18 - Dyson Slim

  Dyson's upright vacuum in a slimmer, lighter configuration.

• Do I Dust or Vacuum First? 2nd Ed.

  Answers to the 100 toughest, most frequently asked questions about housecleaning.

• The Complete Household Handbook

  A comprehensive guide to cleaning, maintaining and organizing your home.

• House About It

  Choose materials wisely when remodeling your home or building a new one.

• Clean Like a Man — Housekeeping for Men (and the Women Who Love Them)

  A straight-talking cleaning manual for men.

• Haley's Hints on DVD

  Everything from laundry advice to clever stain removal, ideas for pest control, as well as hints on cooking, painting, sewing tips and household storage.

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