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Kitchen KnivesA rule of thumb in safe food preparation is to be sure you don’t cut raw meat, poultry or fish on the same surface without thoroughly cleaning it between uses. The same is true for your knife. Wash your knife with dish soap and hot water after each use. Rinse with clear water. Air-dry or pat dry with clean paper towels.Typically you should wash hollow-handled knives by handHandle kitchen knives carefully by their handles; don’t pile them into the…
The following questions were asked of 888 American adults (446 men and 442 women). The independent consumer research study was completed August 6-9, 2009, on behalf of The Soap and Detergent Association (SDA), by Echo Research. The survey has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.4 percent.
How concerned are you about the spread of H1N1 flu virus?
Results:
65% are very or somewhat concerned
35% are not very or not at all concerned
Additional Insights:
Overall, more…
Virtual Summit, Held on October 27, Explores the Important Role Cleaning Plays in All Facets of Daily Life
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For the second consecutive year, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and Good Housekeeping magazine are hosting the joint Discover Cleaning Summit. This year’s summit, Cleaning is Caring, is designed to address the…
Parents: 20 Seconds Could Save You or Your Kids Weeks in Bed this Cold & Flu Season
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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…
Cleaning can lead to a lot of questions and we’re here to help. Here are answers to some of the questions we’ve gotten. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Check out our stain guide, surface cleaning guide and other home cleaning resources. In addition, get the latest tips and advice from our Cleaning Is Caring blog! If you have an idea for a question you think we should add to this list, please submit…
Q. American Heart Health Month has inspired me to use my treadmill (for exercise, not a clothes rack!) How do I clean it?
Keeping your treadmill and other exercise equipment clean is important for maintenance and safety. Fortunately, it’s easy. (Much easier than keeping up with a rigorous exercise routine.) Just follow these steps and you’ll be off and running!
Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe away sweat on the deck,…
After a cleaning product has been used and goes down the drain, its ingredients become part of your household wastewater and are treated by the same wastewater treatment system that treats the other wastes from your home — before the water reaches groundwater or its receiving streams, lakes, estuaries or oceans. Today’s cleaning products are designed to be compatible with a wide variety of wastewater treatment systems in use throughout the…
Survey Results Were Presented at ACI & Good Housekeeping’s Discover Cleaning: Inside & Out Virtual Summit
Nearly Half of Americans Will Clean and Disinfect More This Flu Season
A new national survey reveals 86 percent of Americans are confident in their cleaning products to help protect against coronavirus. This new consumer cleaning and hygiene research was presented as part of the American Cleaning…
Are You Dialing Up New Innovations in the Marketplace? Join Us at ACI’s Convention
ACI Convention Set for Jan. 29-Feb. 2, Orlando, FL
The theme of the 2024 American Cleaning Institute (ACI) Annual Meeting & Industry Convention is “Advancing Cleaning Innovation.” Demonstrate how your product, chemistry or technology is doing just that at the ACI Innovation Showcase. This is a must-attend event at the ACI Convention which brings…
Q. After seeing the effect of plastic straws on ocean life, I made a point to get a metal straw and have been keeping it in my purse. But how do I keep it clean?
Metal straws, like utensils, can be a great way to reduce the need for single-use plastic. It should be washed after each use, even if you were just drinking water. If you're on the go, you can rinse it with hot water, towel it off, and tuck it back in your purse. Once home, clean…