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Washington, D.C. – November 13, 2018 – On average, Americans spend approximately six hours per week cleaning their homes, with more than a quarter (28 percent) spending over seven hours straightening up.  However, roughly a third of us are concerned if it’s enough and if we’re cleaning correctly, according to survey results compiled by the American Cleaning Institute.  2018 ACI National Cleaning Survey Stats on Cleaning Habits:   28 percent clean…
To declutter, you need to set a clear timeline, identify priorities and goals, choose a decluttering method and make progress by going room by room.Clutter doesn’t just take up space in your home; it can weigh on your mind as well. As possessions accumulate, the task of cleaning and organizing may feel overwhelming. However, tackling clutter can be liberating, refreshing your living environment and benefiting others through donations and more sustainable living…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) support a recent determination by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that certain consumer products containing the by-product 1,4-dioxane do not present an unreasonable risk of injury to human health or the environment. On December 10, ACI and HCPA submitted comments and data to the EPA on 1,4-Dioxane; Supplemental Analysis to the Draft Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Risk…
Redesigned packaging, concentrated formulas reduced CO2 emissionsInnovations conserve approximately 9 million gallons of water a year   The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announced Henkel, a leading manufacturer of brands like Persil and Snuggle, has been selected as this year’s Sustainability Spotlight Award recipient.ACI noted how Henkel comprehensively reimagined select liquid laundry product lines for all® free clear, Persil and Snuggle brands,…
Follow These Rules for Keeping Uniforms Spotless Keeping school, work and sports uniforms looking their best starts in the laundry room! By following these basic guidelines, you can help a uniform to last the entire season – and even beyond. 1. Start with the "right fit." A too-tight uniform can cause excess perspiration (and resulting stains), and one that drags in the sleeves or hem can pick up extra soil. So when possible, try for a uniform that…
During National Safety Month, ACI urges families to choose safe storage over “aesthetic” organization trends6 in 10 Americans store – or would store – cleaning products in decorative containers, raising avoidable risks at homeEven as safety remains a top stated priority, unsafe storage behaviors continue to climbThe American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is urging families during National Safety Month to rethink a growing home-organization habit: transferring detergent products into…
Can the kind of water you have affect your laundry? You bet. It depends on the water’s softness or hardness. Soft water aids cleaning. Hard water poses some obstacles to cleaning.
The use of the terms "natural" and "synthetic" to describe cleaning products has led to some confusion among consumers. The best advice is to avoid making assumptions about safety or performance based on a "natural" label alone. What do the terms "synthetic" and "natural" really mean…