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Shopping for clothes at secondhand stores also comes with some uncertainty, like questions surrounding the last time an item was laundered, the possibility of leftover germs and mystery stains. We’re sharing tips on cleaning thrifted and vintage clothing.
Fabric softeners and enhancers are popular for a reason; they help keep your clothes looking and feeling their best.
What Is It and Why Use It?Fabric softeners (also called fabric conditioners) are a popular type of fabric enhancer, used in laundry to make fabrics feel softer and fluffier, reduce static and wrinkles, and often also add a pleasant scent. They protect fabric, preventing fading, pilling, fuzzing, and…
41% of Survey Respondents Wash Their Clothes in Hot Water Instead of Cold Despite it Costing an Extra $200 Each YearApril 15 is not just Tax Day, but it’s also National Laundry Day. It is the perfect opportunity to reflect on our laundry habits, especially since 80% of Americans prefer cleaning to doing their taxes, according to the American Cleaning Institute.Why is laundry important? In our latest survey conducted by Wakefield Research - 47% of respondents…
Melamine foam is a versatile and powerful cleaning tool that can tackle a variety of household tasks with ease. Its unique microstructure allows it to act like a gentle sandpaper, effectively removing stains, scuffs, and grime without the need for harsh chemicals.
8 in 10 Americans will be participating in the yearly cleaning reset. View the survey results here.Check out the American Cleaning Institute’s Spring Cleaning ResourcesCleaning in spring will be in full swing as 80 percent of Americans plan to engage in the annual deep clean routine in 2025, according to a new survey released by the American Cleaning Institute (ACI).Among those spring cleaners, nearly half (45%) say they…
What is Norovirus?According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. It is easily spread through direct contact with an infected person, consuming contaminated food or water, or touching contaminated surfaces and the virus can survive on those surfaces for days or weeks. Norovirus outbreaks are common and can affect people of all ages. Public health experts closely monitor norovirus infections,…
97% Think Cleaning, Hygiene Are Important for Public HealthHealthy Cleaning Priorities: Handwashing, Cleaning Toilets/Showers, Disinfecting SurfacesLearn More about ACI’s 2025 Cleaning Survey ResultsKicking off National Cleaning Week, ACI unveils 2025 as the year of “Cleaning for Health”Nearly all Americans (97%) think cleaning and hygiene are important for public health and…
Dr. Wayne Ashton, Senior Vice President, Home and Personal Care at IFF, is the 2025 recipient of the ACI Elva Walker Spillane Distinguished Service Award. This honor is for Dr. Ashton’s many years of outstanding service to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and the cleaning products industry. He was actively engaged at ACI as a member of the Board of Directors from 2014-2023, having served as Chairman from 2021-2023, Treasurer from…
Nouryon’s Suzanne Carroll Elected as Chair, P&G’s Erik Roberts to Serve as Vice ChairExecutives from BASF, Clorox, Reckitt and Sasol Elected as DirectorsSuzanne Carroll, Senior Vice President, Consumer and Life Sciences, Nouryon, is the newly elected Chair of the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors, joined by Erik Roberts, Senior Vice President, Global F&HC Purchasing and P&G Chemicals, Procter & Gamble, as ACI Board Vice Chair.…
Cleaning for HealthQ. How important do you think cleaning and hygiene are for public health and the health of your community?68% Very important29% Somewhat important3% Not importantQ. How do you feel about this statement: Cleaning has a positive impact on my physical health.52% Strongly agree39% Somewhat agree7% Somewhat disagree2% Strongly disagreeQ. How do you feel about this statement: Cleaning has a positive impact on my…