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Q. Thinking about your college kid(s), how prepared do you feel they are to clean their own space?
- 26% said completely prepared
- 38% said very prepared
- 29% said somewhat prepared
- 5% said not very prepared
- 2% said not at all prepared
Q. Which of the following, if any, do you think prevents your college kid(s) from keeping their space clean?
- 56% said lack of motivation
- 46% said lack of time
- 24% said roommate(s) get in the way of them cleaning
- 17% said don’t know the right way…
July 19, 2023
Get tips for cleaning your face mask or cloth face covering correctly, as well as when to replace it with a new one.
January 20, 2021
Polyvinyl Alcohol Film (PVA/PVOH) Contributes to Concentrated Detergent Products Used by Millions of Households Everyday
Decades of Real-World Science Demonstrate Environmental/Human Safety and Biodegradability of PVA/PVOH
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI), the trade association for the U.S. cleaning product supply chain, issued the following statement in response to a petition from non-governmental organizations calling for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to…
November 15, 2022
COVID-19 Cleaning Behavior Findings
Q. What hygiene or cleaning products are you using more now than before the spread of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19?
Total
(N=1,005)
Sept. 2020
(N=1,005)
March 2020
(N=1,005)
Hand sanitizer
72%
72%
59%
Hand soap
60%
62%
69%
Disinfectant wipes
55%
48%
44%
Spray disinfectant
42%
40%
36%
Multi-purpose…
March 8, 2021
Q. What areas in the home do or did you prioritize when babyproofing?
- 78% prioritize babyproofing the living room.
- 69% prioritize babyproofing the kitchen.
- 65% prioritize babyproofing the nursery/other bedrooms.
- 63% prioritize babyproofing the bathroom.
- 51% prioritize babyproofing the dining room.
- 50% prioritize babyproofing the laundry room.
- 50% prioritize babyproofing the stairs.
Q. How prepared do you or did you feel to properly and safely use cleaning products around a new…
June 26, 2023
“With a severe flu season underway and the threat of a global pandemic, it’s important to avoid confusion among parents and other consumers that would prevent them from using the very disinfectants that are proven to effectively kill germs and therefore protect public health during times like these.”
The American Cleaning Institute (www.cleaninginstitute.org) and the Canadian Consumer Specialty Products Association, the trade associations for the cleaning…
February 19, 2020
Without cleaning products, life as we know it couldn’t exist. Soaps and the other cleaners we use every day prevent the spread of germs and bacteria. We rely on them to thwart the common cold, to sterilize operating rooms, to clean up after disasters, to avert foodborne illnesses, and to keep our homes and clothes looking better and lasting longer. This, of course, is just the beginning of the importance of soap.
December 3, 2019
While we can’t control when natural disasters will affect us, we can take charge of how prepared we are to handle them. Cleaning supplies are important to have on hand during natural disasters – whether you are staying at home or heading for higher ground. Depending on the emergency, water may be unclean or scarce, germs or bacteria may be rampant, or you may simply need a way to keep clean on the go. Get the list of the cleaning supplies you should have on hand…
December 3, 2019
While it’s always recommended to treat clothing stains as quickly as possible, some stains are are just so tough (grass, ink, blood, grease, etc.) that it’s even more important to pre-treat them right away. It’s always best to test a hidden area of the fabric first, in case the fabric is too delicate. Also, if you haven’t already tried enzyme detergents, get one! Learn how to treat the touch stains!
December 3, 2019
One of the most important things to remember when dusting is to spray the cleaner onto a cloth or sponge first instead of spraying the furniture directly so that dust doesn’t get airborne. Wipes and other non-spray products also are available. When you dust, start from the highest points in the room and work your way down, so that when the dust falls as you clean, you don’t have to re-dust. Get more dusting tips.
December 3, 2019