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Vacuum cleaner	Which style is best? Choose on personal preference and the jobs at hand.
Vacuum cleaner dust release	The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.
Vacuum cleaner maintenance	A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.
Vacuum cleaner soil removal	How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.
Vacuum filtration	Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.
Vacuum system, central	These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.
Vacuuming	Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.
Vapor Steam Cleaner	Vapor steam cleaners are versatile machines that offer the benefit of chemical-free cleaning.
Vent, heating and air conditioning	Regular vacuuming is a must. Here are some other tips.
Ventilation	Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.
Videocassette recorder (VCR)	Though DVDs and Blu-Rays have largely replaced VCRs, many folks still have their video recorders/players and tape collections to maintain.
Vinegar	Not an all-purpose cleaner, though it does have several effective uses around the house.
Vinyl	Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.
Vinyl flooring	These are frequently called “no-wax” floors, whether in sheet or tile form.
Viruses	Microorganisms that can cause a lot of mischief, viruses need hosts for propagation.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)	What they are, and how you can stay safe while using them.
Vomit	Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water. Then follow these tips.