Is your fridge overflowing with mystery containers, half-empty bottles and forgotten leftovers? Cleaning out the refrigerator not only makes meal prep easier but also helps protect your family’s health. Here’s a step-by-step guide to tackling your fridge and making smart decisions about what stays and what goes: Step 1: Empty the Contents Start by removing...
Embracing Cleaning for Wellness
As our understanding of wellness continues to evolve, many are rediscovering the powerful connection between a tidy home and holistic well-being. Cleaning is no longer viewed as a mere chore; it has become a vital part of self-care routines in many households. Recent survey results reveal that 53% of US...
Are You Forgetting to Clean These Spots?
When it comes to household chores, we all have our routines. Most people prioritize cleaning visible, high-traffic areas while certain spots tend to get pushed down the list or forgotten altogether. But neglecting these areas could mean that germs, allergens, and dust are quietly building up, affecting your family’s well-being...
Why Global Handwashing Day Matters
Every year on October 15, Global Handwashing Day serves as a vital reminder that something as simple as washing our hands can protect lives and build healthier communities. It’s easy to underestimate the power of soap and water, but research shows that handwashing is one of the most effective ways...
Avoiding Laundry Safety Hazards: Safe Storage in the Laundry Room
Fall is a good time to review our home for potential hazards, including evaluating and improving the ways we store and handle cleaning products in the laundry room. Safe storage isn’t just a recommendation; it’s a way to care for the smallest members of our families. Laundry Rooms Deserve Special...
Backyard Food Safety
During National Eat Outside Day on August 31, ACI encourages everyone to get some fresh air while enjoying a meal outside. Whether you’re throwing burgers on the grill or scooping up some chilled potato salad, it’s important on this day, and during every hot-weather cookout, to remember that food that...
Are You Cleaning at the Right Level?
Viruses and illnesses can spread rapidly, but with the right cleaning routine, you can protect your loved ones and help prevent further infection. It’s all about matching the level of cleaning with the level of the germ threat. The American Cleaning Institute has a new resource called the Levels of...
