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Parents: 20 Seconds Could Save You or Your Kids Weeks in Bed this Cold & Flu Season   Click the image to enlarge We’re already deep into cold and flu season – but it’s never too late to start protecting yourself. Easy step? Keep your hands clean. Consider this: 65% of U.S. parents of children ages 5 and under don’t always wash their hands for at least 20 seconds, according to a new survey by Wakefield Research for the…
March 5, 2019
Q: My son's sneakers always get so dirty in summer. Can I launder them in the washing machine?  A: Most shoe manufacturers discourage machine washing sneakers. Some detergents and the machine's agitation may damage many leathers and adhesives. But, some shoes can be cleaned in your washing machine. Your best bet is to read and follow the care instructions inside the sneaker. If there are no instructions, here are some basic instructions for cleaning most canvas and nylon sneakers…
May 30, 2020
Q: I have a blouse made of 95% cotton that I need to launder. However, the manufacturer’s care label says professional dry clean only. Does the dry clean only tag really mean it? Why can’t I hand wash or put it in the washing machine? A: There are many reasons why your garment might have a "professional dry clean only" care label. Washing might harm the buttons or the trim. Or the dyes might run if the garment is washed. In addition, some fabrics,…
March 11, 2019
Dishwashing is necessary to keep a kitchen clean and plates and silverware safe to use. While some pans and platters need to be washed by hand, the automatic dishwasher has made it much easier to complete this task. Whether it’s time to wash a sink full of dishes or just a few items, our fact sheet and expert advice will help you get the job done. You will want to use a dishwashing detergent with effective cleaning performance regardless of…
December 6, 2018
A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z A ACI Handwashing Bookmark ACI Handwashing Bookmark (Spanish) ACI Product Fact Sheet – Cleaning Product Ingredients ACI Product Fact Sheet – Hand Dishwashing Soaps and Detergents ACI Product Fact Sheet – Hand Hygiene ACI Product Fact Sheet – Hard Surface Hygiene ACI Product Fact Sheet – Laundry Detergents ACI Product Fact Sheet – Soil and Stain Removers Against Disease Art…
February 8, 2019
  Click images below to download your digital copy, print and share our hygiene messages.   Be sure to share the results of the coloring sheets on social media using the hashtag #HealthySchoolsHealthyPeople!   At Your Finger-Tips: Cold & Flu Prevention   Activity & Coloring Sheets   Going Beyond Green to be Clean Keep Germs Away on St. Patrick's Day   Clean Hands at the Beach Germs don’t go on…
February 4, 2019
How to keep your favorite sweaters in tip-top shape When it's time to put away sweaters for the season, say goodbye to losing a favorite sweater before its prime with these tips from the American Cleaning Institute: Shop Talk When choosing a sweater, price is just one consideration. Construction. Harder, tighter yarns are more durable than soft, loose ones, which tend to stretch easily. That's why a fisherman's sweater is more suited to rugged, outdoor activity and a cashmere…
December 6, 2018
Ever notice how one sick friend or roommate can quickly affect to the entire dorm? Keeping the dorm room clean probably isn’t the latest topic being tweeted. But keeping dorm rooms clean can help keep students healthy and doing the things that they enjoy like football games, hanging out, partying and finding some time to study! Before your son or daughter goes off to college, equip them with the necessary supplies and understanding about the role that they can play in germ control. Help your…
December 6, 2018
Your home is your castle. We can help you make it sparkle! Get tips for a clean home and clean living, starting with the cleaning basics and moving on to cleaning solutions for surfaces, dishes, laundry and hands. Home Cleaning Basics What are the most important steps to keeping a home clean and healthy? This guide gets you what you need to know for cleaning, from the kitchen to the bathroom to…
December 6, 2018
Family life runs more smoothly when there is a shared responsibility for the housework. Whether it's a simple effort like putting dirty clothes in the hamper or a major job like washing the kitchen floor, almost every family member can contribute in some way that fits his/her age and other responsibilities. Everyone in the family can find a way to pitch in and make doing the housework easier and less of a one-person chore, regardless of experience level. Here Is a Basic…
December 6, 2018