Author Archives: Jessica Ek

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...

The Role of Cleaning in Health Care

There are a lot of cleaning products out there. Some are strong disinfectants and others are as simple as a bar of soap. These cleaning products all play a role in keeping ourselves, our loved ones, our homes and public spaces clean. This is especially important in public places like...

Disability-Friendly Cleaning

Everyone should have a clean and safe environment. For the roughly 13% of Americans with a disability, it is important to have access to cleaning products and tools that make these daily tasks accessible. The cleaning products industry continues to innovate to provide options that help meet the diverse needs...

Clean Packing for Summer Camp

Summer camp is a time for adventure and fun, but it’s also important to stay clean and healthy. Here’s a list of essential cleaning and hand hygiene items to pack: Hand Sanitizer: A must-have for quick disinfection, especially when soap and water aren’t readily available. Disinfectant Wipes: Perfect for wiping...

Declutter for an Easy, Breezy Summer

Summer is the perfect time to declutter your home and make space for fun and relaxation. Here’s how you can clean up and enjoy an easy, breezy summer: Find Your Focus: Spend your time decluttering the spaces and surfaces that will give you the most peace of mind. That could...

Cleaning Tips for Beach Trips

Going to the beach is a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the summer, but you can also bring home a lot of unwanted sand that can be hard to clean. With a little planning, you can avoid most of the mess and just bring home the memories, and maybe...

Terminating Workplace Stains

Whether you work from home or in an office, chances are you’ve spilled something on your clothes at some point. Maybe it was a coffee break gone wrong, a lunchtime mishap, or a clumsy co-worker. Stains can ruin your professional appearance and make you feel self-conscious. But with some know-how,...