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The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) -- in collaboration with International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products (A.I.S.E.), Association of Manufacturers and Formulators of Enzyme Products (AMFEP) and Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) -- developed a factsheet on the role of enzymes in detergent products. “The aim of this factsheet is to explain the role of these important ingredients, their environmental benefits and specific…
Newly launched cleaning landing page on FamilyDoctor.orgAs Mother’s Day and Father’s Day near, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) has launched new tools to help new parents clean safely and effectively. The new dedicated landing page was developed in partnership with the American Academy of Family Physicians and lives on their patient website, FamilyDoctor.org. The page features essential cleaning resources aimed at empowering families with…
  Make your own mini-book: The Art of Sciences & Bubbles is now available in a downloadable PDF format.       Combine water and detergent. Stir well, but do not shake. For stronger bubbles, add ½ cup corn syrup or glycerin, or more detergent. Experiment with different brands of dishwashing detergent until you find one that works best for you. HINT: Playing with bubbles can be messy and slippery! Try blowing bubbles outdoors, near…
Handwashing Q. How important, if at all, do you find frequent handwashing when it comes to preventing the spread of illness in your home? 66% said very important 27% said somewhat important 6% said not very important 1% said not at all important 93% Important (net) 7% Not important (net) Appliance Maintenance Q. How familiar, if at all, are you with the manufacturer recommendations for cleaning and maintaining your home appliances, such as your refrigerator, HVAC, or…
"Grandma's recipes" for home cleaning have been a part of household lore for years. Lately, these recipes have been promoted as a "safer" alternative to commercially formulated cleaning products. While we may feel comfortable using these ingredients in cleaning applications, perhaps because some are edible, there are important facts about these recipes to consider. Ignoring these considerations may mean missing some…
The Cold Water Saves Initiative educates about the benefits of cold water washing, a sustainable action that greatly benefits the environment with little effort on the individual’s part. What's in it for me? Save energy. Save your clothes. Save the planet. About 90% of the energy the washing machine uses goes towards heating the water. According to the Sierra Club, every household that switches to cold water washing could eliminate about…