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Are you a caregiver for a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia? If you are caring for an individual who is diagnosed with or showing signs or symptoms of dementia, all cleaning products, including laundry packets, should be stored in a locked cabinet or a closet when not in use. Liquid laundry packets contain highly concentrated detergent. If not safely stored or handled properly, laundry packets can lead to
The holidays can be a hectic time with visits from family and friends, shopping and cooking special meals. But cleaning doesn't have to add to your stress. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanza or ringing in the New Year, we have you covered with tips on everything from preparing for the holidays and hosting guests to cleaning up afterward…
Freshen Your Winter Wear! Depending on how winter clothes were stored, they can resurface with wrinkles or even a musty smell. Read on for tips on freshening up clothes so you can look your best this winter. Get Rid of That Musty Smell: After taking clothes out of storage, wash them in hot water or take them to the dry cleaner before wearing them. You can also tackle stubborn musty smells by adding white vinegar, borax, or…
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…
Survey shows many new parents could use help on cleaning and disinfecting routines when a new baby arrives Kitchen cleaning, bottle cleaning, disinfecting surfaces among new parents’ top cleaning priorities See All Survey Findings Here Access the Toolkit Here The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) launched its “Clean First Steps: A Guide for New Parents” toolkit, providing easy-to-…
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…
HIGH EFFICIENCY Washers and Detergents Working in Harmony to Save Energy and Water www.cleaninginstitute.org Enhancing the health and quality of life through cleaning products and practices Email: info@cleaninginstitute.org Website: www.cleaninginstitute.org A Consumer Guide To About This Guide: Compared to traditional washers, HE washers work in a completely different way. As a result, the detergents used in HE…
By following some quick and easy steps, doing laundry can be safer for your entire household. Print this flyer and post it by your washer, so that everyone doing laundry knows how to best use and store the products that keep your family’s clothes clean and fresh. Choose to do laundry at the right time when you can give it your full attention without distractions. Keep products in their original…
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…
Grout is generally porous and white or light colored and can get dirty or discolored quickly. Get it clean with a little chemistry and a bit of elbow grease. First off, you'll want to use an alkaline cleaner. Grout is primarily cement and can be dissolved by acids. Over time, an acidic cleaner may require you to re-grout sooner than intended. How do you know if your cleaner will do the trick? Typically the product label will tell you the…