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An introduction to
the science of how
things get clean
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Contents
What Does Clean Mean? 2
The History of Cleaning 4
How Cleaning Works 8
The Chemistry of Cleaning 10
Understanding Product Ingredients 14
The Future of Cleaning 27
Meet the Characters of the Cleaning Court 28
About Us 30
STEM Toolbox 31
The American Cleaning…
Summit to be held this week on Wednesday October 26, 2022
Free, Virtual Event Will Explore Ways to Keep a Clean, Healthy & Happy Home
To Register and Tune In, visit: https://live.goodhousekeeping.com/discovercleaning2022
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) and Good Housekeeping Institute have joined forces for the third year in a row to host the Discover Cleaning Summit. This year’s event, Discover Cleaning: The Clean, Healthy…
March 25, 2020
Dear Mr. President, Governors, Mayors and other local elected officials:
We recognize and appreciate the aggressive steps that are being taken to respond to the threats of the
COVID-19 virus. We represent the manufacturers, distributors and supply chain of the products and raw
materials that ensure public health and safety during these times of a pandemic. Protecting our
workforce, their families and our communities are our top priorities.
Unfortunately, there…
Q: I unpacked my tent to get ready for the camping season, and found there was mold growing in the folds. How do I clean it without ruining the water-resistant properties?
A: If possible, start by contacting the tent manufacturer for specific directions. If this isn't possible, wait for a warm, sunny day and then set up your tent in a shady location. Shake or brush off dirt and any other debris that can be easily removed. Fill a bucket with warm water, add a few squirts of…
Survey Results Were Presented at ACI & Good Housekeeping’s Discover Cleaning: Inside & Out Virtual Summit
Nearly Half of Americans Will Clean and Disinfect More This Flu Season
A new national survey reveals 86 percent of Americans are confident in their cleaning products to help protect against coronavirus. This new consumer cleaning and hygiene research was presented as part of the American Cleaning…
More than Half of Americans Reporting an Increase in Cleaning Behaviors are Parents
Findings Support Continued “Cleaning is Caring” Trend to Protect Loved Ones Through Proper Cleaning and Hygiene Practices
Read the Survey Results
New data from the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) finds a majority of parents report they will clean more through this year’s cold and flu season based on what they’ve learned from the COVID-19…
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Free Webinar for Parents and Teachers on December 8, 2020 at Noon EST
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) is partnering with the National Parent Teachers Association (PTA) to sponsor and moderate a December 8 panel discussion on the challenges schools and families are facing this school year when it comes to staying safe and healthy—and also cleaning, disinfecting and hand hygiene best practices, with actionable advice for school staff and parents.
During…
“Healthy Schools, Healthy People” Program Provides Free Resources to Help Keep the School Community Healthy and Safe
Toolkit Available Online at Cleaninginstitute.org/SchoolHealth
As school systems across the country assess reopening plans, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) unveiled a new toolkit of concise information on proper hygiene, cleaning and disinfecting protocols to help keep the school community healthy and safe.
The online materials are…
Cleaning: This involves removing unwanted contaminants, such as soil, dirt and grease, from a surface, material, or your hands. It’s usually what you’re doing when washing with soap and water. Cleaning along with rinsing and using a cloth or paper towel may remove some germs as well when they’re washed or wiped away.
Sanitizing: When sanitizing, you’re reducing (but not necessarily eliminating) the number of germs on the surface to levels…