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For best results, always read and follow label directions on cleaning products. Labels will give specific instructions for types of surfaces the cleaner should or shouldn't be used on, how much to use and how to use the product. Also, read and follow the use and care guides that come with fixtures, appliances and other surfaces.
Do not mix cleaning products. Products which are safe when used alone can sometimes become dangerous if mixed…
What is Monkeypox?
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), monkeypox is a viral disease in the same family of viruses as the one that causes smallpox, although milder. It can be spread through close contact with a person with monkeypox or touching objects, fabrics, and surfaces that have been used by someone with monkeypox. There is currently an outbreak that has reached several countries and most U.S. states, which is being closely monitored by public…
Sustainable CleaningQ. Approximately what percentage of the time do you do laundry in cold water?54% said Less than 50%46% said More than 50%Q. How often do you rinse dishes in the sink before loading them in the dishwasher?52% said all the time.22% said most of the time.11% said some of the time.6% said rarely.9% said never.Laundry SafetyQ. Do you agree with the following statement? Storing laundry products in decorative jars or containers…
Four executives from leading companies across the cleaning product supply chain were elected to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Board of Directors:
Mike Clark, Vice President, Organics – Sasol Performance Chemicals
Charles Crawford, Ph.D., Head of R&D, Laundry and Home Care, North America – Henkel Consumer Goods Inc.
Rene Garza, Vice…
Having guests for the holidays is a great excuse to deep clean your home. Focus first on the bedrooms, bathrooms, and other shared spaces. Here are my top ten tips for preparing your home for guests.Put mats and throw rugs in all entryways. This will help prevent dirt from being tracked into your home.Keep a boot tray near the door for rain or snow soaked footwear.Vacuum carpets, floors and baseboards so you won’t have to count…
What are antibacterial disinfectants?Antibacterial disinfectants help kill germs on the surfaces in our homes. They’re pretty easy to recognize because their labels say they disinfect, kill bacteria or sanitize. Their active ingredients and formulations go beyond simple cleaning. They kill or control the growth of microorganisms, including food borne bacteria like Salmonella; the cold virus; and fungus that causes athlete’s foot. Antibacterial disinfectants have been available…
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…
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ACI ‘How to Read a Cleaning Product Label’ Resource Helps Consumers Better Understand Their Cleaning Product Labels
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is celebrating National Cleaning Week by bringing attention to cleaning product labels with #KnowTheLabel.
According to ACI’s latest National Cleaning Survey, 92% of Americans are somewhat or very confident that…