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Q: We had a real tree for Christmas but now I am finding tree sap everywhere! What is the best way to clean mittens, coats and my carpet?  A: Rubbing alcohol can remove sap from washable clothing, knit gloves, and rugs, because it acts as a solvent. For clothes, even a down coat, saturate the area with alcohol, let sit for a minute, then launder in warm water with regular detergent. Heat sets stains, so be sure all the sap is gone before using the…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) celebrated National Cleaning Week (March 27 – April 2) by launching their rebranded blog, which will now be called Cleaning Is Caring. This update (from “Clean & Happy Nest”) reflects a closer alignment of the blog with ACI’s Cleaning Is Caring campaign, an initiative reflecting the shift in consumer perceptions of, and motivations behind, cleaning. Over the last…
SIAM 21, 18-20 October 2005 AUS/ICCA This document may only be reproduced integrally. The conclusions and recommendations (and their rationale) in this document are intended to be mutually supportive, and should be understood and interpreted together. SIDS INITIAL ASSESSMENT PROFILE CAS Nos. and Chemical names (1300-72-7 and 827-21-4) Xylenesulfonic acid, sodium salt (12068-03-0) Toluenesulfonic acid, sodium salt (26447-10-9) Xylenesulfonic acid, ammonium salt (…
Writing letters, arts and crafts, homework, making a grocery list … it doesn’t really matter how it got there. But if you take a close look around, you’re bound to find pen, marker, pencil or crayon markings on walls, desks, tables and furniture. Here’s how to remove those stains on a variety of surfaces. Painted Walls and Painted Wood Furniture Test the washability of the surface by first washing an inconspicuous area. Use a nonabrasive, all-purpose cleaner or a wood…
american cleaning institute® www.cleaninginstitute.org Cleaning with Little Kids What You Need to Know as They Grow Accidents can happen in an instant. In an emergency, call Poison Control at (800) 222-1222. INFANTS Tip: Read and follow product label instructions and keep products securely closed. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tip: Age appropriate chores include sorting and folding clothes, organizing toys and room cleaning. TODDLERS…
american cleaning institute® www.cleaninginstitute.org Cleaning with Little Kids What You Need to Know as They Grow Accidents can happen in an instant. In an emergency, call Poison Control at (800) 222-1222. INFANTS Tip: Read and follow product label instructions and keep products securely closed. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tip: Age appropriate chores include sorting and folding clothes, organizing toys and room cleaning. TODDLERS…
Stainless steel has made the move from commercial kitchens to the favored finish in many of today's sleekest residential kitchens (and in the laundry room, too). But in a busy household, spots, streaks and sticky fingerprints can quickly mar its lustrous look. But aesthetics aren't the only reason to keep stainless steel clean. Although consumers think of stainless steel as a finish that will last a lifetime, that's not entirely true. Its hard, oxide coating protects the surface…
ACI introduces the Class of Clean: Senior Year with New Resources and Tools to Prepare for Life After Graduation Review Survey Findings Here Download the toolkit: www.cleaninginstitute.org/ClassOfClean Nearly 7 out of 10 college seniors (68%) said they felt no more prepared to clean as seniors as they did when they were freshmen, according to a new survey from the American Cleaning Institute (ACI). These findings show that seniors still have to pass cleaning…
Items Routine Care Special Instructions Appliances  Accessories  Trim Use a nonabrasive, all-purpose cleaner. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, soft cloth. Avoid using abrasive cleanser that may scratch the plastic. Bathtubs Shower Stalls Sinks Wall Tile Use a tub/tile/sink cleaner; nonabrasive, all-purpose cleaner; or a paste of baking soda and water. Apply the…
This monograph summarizes: I ) critical fate and effects data required for an environmental risk assessment on sodium hypochlorite; and 2) conclusions drawn from a risk assessment of sodium hypochlorite in the United States. Although focused on conditions in the U.S., data from other parts of the world that are relevant to a U.S. assessment are included in the monograph. The monograph is written for a technical audience, but not necessarily one familiar with environmental risk assessment…