Getting chewing gum where it doesn’t belong can be a sticky situation. It can be hard to get off of fabrics and surfaces and can attract more grime. Use these tips when gum gets away from you: Fabric Freeze: Especially for fabric, a quick stop in the freezer can harden...
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How to Choose a Sustainable Cleaning Product
There are many indicators that can help inform your choice of cleaning product, especially if sustainability is a priority for you and your family. Corporate Sustainability – Most companies these days release sustainability reports at regular intervals. This can be a good place to get an idea of how committed...
Teaching Caring by Sharing the Cleaning
One thing the pandemic taught many households over the past year or so is that roles are fluid. Whether picking up new caretaking duties or household chores, many families needed to redistribute the load when outside support was unavailable. This included getting the kids involved in helping around the home,...
Sustainable Cleaning Product Packaging
It’s hard to think of a world without plastic. Plastic has added to our health and safety, including keeping things like cleaning products safe during transit and keeping them effective for longer. However, too much plastic is discarded and this is a major issue for the long-term health and well-being...
“Healthy Schools, Healthy People” Website: Resources for Parents, School Staff and Kids
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) unveiled a new website for the Healthy Schools, Healthy People program. The new website features resources for educators, school nurses, administrators, parents and students. The redesign also includes interactive games, a newsletter, webinar program and dedicated social media. The Healthy Schools, Healthy People program is...
Disinfectant Ingredients
Experts agree that frequent handwashing is one of the first lines of defense against illness. But what about the surfaces our hands touch? When it’s important that germs be killed, you might choose disinfectants and disinfectant cleaners. Why are disinfectants different from other cleaning products? Most surface cleaners are designed...