Author Archives: Jessica Ek

The 4-1-1 on Wipes

Cleaning wipes are convenient and effective tools for keeping your home and workplace clean and germ-free. Nearly all of us have used a wipe of some sort, whether to kill germs or keep us clean on-the-go. But not all wipes are created equal. There are different types of wipes for...

Cleaning for Baby

Babies are adorable, but they also make a lot of messes. From spit-up to diaper blowouts, you need to know how to clean your baby’s stuff. That’s why we’ve compiled some practical and easy tips on how to clean baby clothes, toys and more with minimal fuss and maximum results....

Cleaning Crash Course for College

You won’t find it listed in the curriculum guide, but a class on Independence 101 would have to include a crash course on cleaning. Among the mountain of care packages sure to reach college campuses this fall, a cleaning care kit is the perfect gift to help your favorite college...

Are You Smarter than a Polar Bear?

What temperature are you washing your clothes on? That’s what the Cold Water Saves polar bear was looking to find out when foraging in the community. He was pleased to learn that a lot of people already know about the energy and money-saving tip of washing your clothes in cold...

Keeping Play Areas Clean and Safe

Small children are like mini-germ factories. They put everything from fingers to toys in their mouths, germs spreading to everything they touch or sneeze on. Keeping kids and their surroundings clean and safe is a constant challenge. And, where there are lots of children, including classrooms and childcare settings, the...

How to Clean a Toilet

Cleaning a toilet may not be the most glamorous task. In fact, according to our cleaning surveys, it’s one of the least liked cleaning tasks. However, it’s necessary for maintaining hygiene and preventing unpleasant odors. And with a few simple steps, it can be completed effectively and efficiently. Wear gloves....

Cleaning Q&A for the Dog Days of Summer

If you want to know how to tackle those summer stains and cleaning questions, you aren’t alone. We’re sharing some of the questions we’ve been getting, along with our answers. If you have a question, submit it to Ask ACI. Q. My son is going to camp and I know...

Back to School Cleaning Habits

Sometimes the smallest habits, like frequent handwashing, can make the biggest impact in keeping us all safe and healthy. The Five Steps of Handwashing: Wet your hands with clean running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the...