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Q: We have a wood cutting board that we use for everything. What's the best way to clean it? Would it be better to get a plastic one?  A: Wash your cutting board with dish soap and hot water after each use. Rinse with clear water. Air-dry or pat dry with clean paper towels. Note that some nonporous cutting boards, including acrylic, plastic or glass, can also be washed in the dishwasher. If the cutting board was used for uncooked meat, fish or poultry, sanitize…
Online Campaign Features Daily Reminders on Proper Cleaning and Hygiene in the Age of COVID-19 #SafeAndCleanAtHome Hashtag Highlighted on ACI’s Social Media Channels The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched its new Safe and Clean at Home initiative, featuring daily cleaning challenges, tips and ideas to help all of us to clean smart while we’re spending so much more time around the house. You can find the daily #…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the single most important thing we can do to keep from getting sick and spreading illness to others is to wash our hands. When should you clean your hands? Regular handwashing with soap and running water is one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. If soap and water are not available use a hand…
The holidays are almost here! They may look different than in years past, but we can still find ways to show loved ones that we care. This year, small businesses are also in need of some holiday cheer. If you plan to go out shopping, here are some steps you can take to stay safe and clean.
How to wash dishes by hand: Prep - scrape off food Fill - get some clean, hot, soapy water Wash - scrub them, under the water Rinse - wash off all suds and residue Dry - air dry or towel dry There are two common ways to hand wash dishes: by "diluting" dish detergent in a sink or dishpan filled with water, or by squirting detergent directly onto a sponge or the dirty dish (called the "neat" method). Whichever dishwashing method you choose, be sure to follow…
Most Dreaded Tasks: Cleaning Hard to Reach, Filthy Spots 80% Would Rather Spring Clean than Fill Out Tax Forms! View the Survey Results Checkout American Cleaning Institute’s Spring Cleaning Guide ACI Launches its TikTok Channel Featuring Cleaning Tips and Tricks Spring cleaning is a top priority for more Americans than ever, according to new consumer data released by the American
HOME SAFETY GUIDE When living with young children and babies, creating a safe and functional home often requires careful consideration. This is especially important in high-risk areas of the home, such as the laundry room, medicine cabinet and sleeping spaces. To help you achieve this, we’ve collaborated with organization and child safety experts to share insights on creating a safe home, no matter the size. Whether you’re reorganizing, revamping or preparing to bring a new baby home, this…
Don't be the messy roommate! Along with moving into a dorm room comes the need to keep it clean. Learn the basics, from a step-by-step guide on laundry to cleaning for infection prevention to stay healthy this school year. Get the Toolkit Move In Checklist…
To be sustainable, we must meet our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. Together, we can ensure a vibrant future. Sustainable Practices From saving water and energy to recycling, ACI has resources on steps everyone can take each day to clean in a sustainable way. Saving Water…
Co-published by Long-term Effects of Landscape Irrigation Using Household Graywater— Literature Review and Synthesis Wastewater Treatment & Reuse 03-CTS-18CO.qxd 3/1/06 12:21 PM Page 1 (2,1) 03-CTS-18CO LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION USING HOUSEHOLD GRAYWATER – LITERATURE REVIEW AND SYNTHESIS by: Dr. Larry Roesner (PI) Dr. Yaling Qian (Co-PI) Melanie Criswell Dr. Mary Stromberger Dr. Stephen Klein Colorado State University…