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Laundry Detergent
Laundry Detergent Test: High Price Doesn’t Guarantee High Performance
Common laundry detergents may perform better at stain and dirt removal than higher priced ones.
Laundry Detergent
Consumer Reports Spills the Dirt on Laundry Detergents
Why using too much detergent can send products’ benefits down the drain, and easy fixes that can save consumers’ money on laundry costs.
High Efficiency Washers
High-Efficiency Washers - Tougher On Stains But Gentler On Clothing
Clunky washer got you down? Try a new high-efficiency machine.
High Efficiency Washing Machines
Save Suds, Water and Energy
Specially designed laundry detergent and high-efficiency washing machines can reduce water and energy use to as low as 20 percent of that consumed by the conventional load of laundry.
Laundry
Airing Dirty Laundry Issues
A 1999 University of Arizona study found 25% of home washing machines were contaminated with fecal bacteria. Several factors were implicated in contributing to the contamination of the washers.

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Laundry
Laundry: Somebody Has to Do It
How to do laundry the right way and reap the benefits.
Spring Cleaning
Spring cleaning: Where to start?
With a plan.
Automatic Soap Dispenser
simplehuman Automatic Liquid Soap/Lotion Dispenser
While some technology can be a real letdown - this automatic liquid soap/lotion dispenser did not disappoint. Find out why.
Motivation
How to Make Cleaning Fun - Q&A
A paraphrased transcription of a recent media interview on "How to Make Cleaning Fun" ...
Organizing Strategies
September Signals a Change in Seasons
As the season changes, we consider getting warm clothes out of the closet. But September is also a great opportunity to organize the closet.

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HC-Pedia Entries

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High Efficiency Washers
High Efficiency Washing Machines
HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.
Phosphates
Once widely used to soften water for use in washing machines, some makers have reduced use of these chemicals.
Portable extractor
These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.
Dishwasher
Dishwasher detergent
A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.
Steam Cleaner
Vapor Steam Cleaner
Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.

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Spring Cleaning
Spring Cleaning
This book tackles the tough jobs: washing windows, walls and ceilings; sealing, waxing and stripping floors; cleaning carpets; and lots more — like a pro.
Clean Like a Man
A straight-talking cleaning manual for men.
House About It
Choose materials wisely when remodeling your home or building a new one.

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Bathtub
How To Clean a Ring From Your Bathtub
Save hand-washing houseguests the horror of having to stare at a line of dirt and dead skin ringing the bathtub.
Carpet Cleaning
Green Carpet Cleaning
In this video series, experts Allen Rathey, president of The Healthy House Institute (HHI), Professor Liz Goldsmith of Florida State University (FSU) and University of Massachusetts lab scientist Heidi Wilcox, explain how to remove tough spots and stains from carpet using green cleaning methods. Different carpet types, prevention, home-made and retail green products, and specific green cleaners and tools that work are covered in depth.
Carpet Cleaning
Green Carpet Cleaning - Prevention, Preparation, and Resources
In this video series, experts Allen Rathey, president of The Healthy House Institute (HHI), Professor Liz Goldsmith of Florida State University (FSU) and University of Massachusetts lab scientist Heidi Wilcox, explain how to remove tough spots and stains from carpet using green cleaning methods. Different carpet types, prevention, home-made and retail green products, and specific green cleaners and tools that work are covered in depth.
Carpet Cleaning
Green Carpet Cleaning - Home-Made Green Cleaners
In this video series, experts Allen Rathey, president of The Healthy House Institute (HHI), Professor Liz Goldsmith of Florida State University (FSU) and University of Massachusetts lab scientist Heidi Wilcox, explain how to remove tough spots and stains from carpet using green cleaning methods. Different carpet types, prevention, home-made and retail green products, and specific green cleaners and tools that work are covered in depth.
Baking Soda
How To Clean With Baking Soda
When it comes to household versatility, baking soda is king. Here are just some of the many cleaning uses for sodium bicarbonate.