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Water is a basic component of many cleaning tasks. But some attributes, such as mineral content, salt water and temperature can affect cleaning power.
Washington, D.C. – February 16, 2018 – The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following statement in response to research published in the journal Science – and related news coverage – discussing the potential effects of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in consumer products, including cleaning products:
"The findings of research on the estimated emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in many consumer products, including some…
Good Picnic Site Stewardship
Tips for keeping it clean and pristine
A picnic in the park is a true summer pleasure...provided you're not trying to locate a site that's free of someone else's trash. Good stewardship of our parks is everyone's responsibility, even more so now that budget cuts across the nation are affecting park maintenance.
Good picnic protocol means leaving the site in pristine condition. All that's required is a little preplanning.…
The history of soap dates back to Ancient Babylon. For thousands of years, technologies have evolved to create the soaps and detergents we use to clean dishes, laundry, our homes and ourselves today.
This week is National Poison Prevention Week and we are raising awareness about the precautions to take now to help create a safe environment year-round.
A backpack that is well cared for will look better and last longer. And now is the best time to do that cleaning, especially at the end of the school year.
From polyester and nylon to spandex and acrylic, these materials are used in everything from clothing and upholstery to bedding and curtains. Here’s how to keep them looking their best.
From polyester and nylon to spandex and acrylic, these materials are used in everything from clothing and upholstery to bedding and curtains. Here’s how to keep them looking their best.
Q. I just reorganized. How can I keep the clutter from re-accumulating?Cleaning out your home is a time consuming but rewarding task. Keeping it organized, on the other hand, is an ongoing process with a lot of little steps. Here’s how to make the transition from organizing to maintaining your space:Follow Through. When decluttering, you may have been ruthless putting things into piles to get rid of or donate. The longer that pile sits, the…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) expressed disappointment in the signing of ill-advised New York legislation that could take some cleaning products off store shelves across the state.
The legislation in question (S. 4389B/A. 6295A) – aimed at banning a manufacturing byproduct to help improve water quality in Long Island – was signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo
As we previously had indicated, this bill will have no measurable impact on…