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How to deep clean hardwood floors - teaser. A mop cleaning a hardwood floor with a houseplant in the background
How to Deep Clean Hardwood Floors
Cleaning

Get your hardwood floors looking as good as new with our deep cleaning tips and tricks

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Mold vs Mildew: Understanding the Difference
Air Treatment

No-one wants to find mold or mildew in their home – but what’s the difference and how do you remove them? Our guide explains all

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black mold growing on white wall next to shutter blinds can black mold kill you
Can Black Mold Kill You?
Dehumidifiers

Is your home prone to moisture issues? We investigate whether living alongside black mold can result in health issues

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How to clean a tower fan - teaser. Levoit tower fan in front of white curtain in a bright room. There is a houseplant in the corner
How to Clean a Tower Fan
Air Treatment

Keep your tower fan free of dust and debris and it will work more effectively. We show you how, step by step

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Can dehumidifiers cool a room - teaser. Woman sits in front of her sofa with an elbow on her dehumidifier and her phone in her other hand
Can Dehumidifiers Cool a Room?
Dehumidifiers

The answer to this question isn’t simple, so we went to the US Department of Energy’s Buildings Technologies Office to get some clarity

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Air purifier vs ionizer - teaser. Air ionizer on a white surface and white background
Air Purifier vs Ionizer: What's the Difference?
Air Purifiers

Studies reveal that household air pollution is becoming a problem, so we found out whether air purifiers or ionizers are the solution

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Are humidifiers good for you - teaser. Humidifier in a bright living room near a window and houseplant
Are Humidifiers Good for You?
Humidifiers

Humidifiers can make homes into havens for those who suffer of skin and breathing conditions. However, they can also encourage mold

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Pedestal vs Tower Fan - teaser. Close up of a pedestal fan in a living room
Pedestal vs Tower Fan: Which is Right for You?
Fans

Torn between pedestal and tower fans? Our experts explain which one might be your best go-to in the heat

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Do Humidifiers Cause Mold - teaser. Woman working on computer in office has a humidifier on her desk
Do Humidifiers Cause Mold?
Humidifiers

Humidifiers can relieve the symptoms of a host of medical conditions from asthma to dry skin, but too much moisture could cause mold

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Humidifiers vs air purifiers - teaser. Air purifier standing against a white wall with a houseplant to the left of it
Humidifiers vs Air Purifiers
Humidifiers

Is a humidifier or an air purifier the right choice for improving the air quality in your home? We ask an expert

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