Author Archives: Jessica Ek

The Benefits of Sustainable Cleaning

It’s no surprise that sustainable cleaning practices benefit the planet, but what specifically do they do to ensure a greener future for generations to come? Sustainable cleaning practices fall into three categories: reducing waste, saving water and saving energy. These categories make it easier to see how cleaning sustainably helps....

Ingredient Functions: Part 4

We want to empower everyone to feel more confident with the cleaning products they have chosen to use in their homes. You have a right not only to know what’s in your products, but to understand those ingredients. That’s why we’re back sharing more cleaning product ingredient functions you may...

May Sustainability Showcase

What is the cleaning product industry doing in terms of advancing our sustainability goals? We take a look at some recent developments. Getting Certifications With EPA Safer Choice or DfE-certified ingredients, Clorox EcoClean can help meet sustainability goals without sacrificing efficacy. The plant-based active ingredient in Clorox EcoClean Disinfecting Cleaner...

Cleaning Task Cards

Have you used task cards? The idea is to put each task on a different card and then go through them to determine who does a task currently or who should be put in charge of a particular task. We’ve seen this come up as a way to find a...

Cleaning for Skin Health

Maintaining personal hygiene is an essential part of staying healthy. While most people focus on regular bathing and washing their hands, many tend to overlook the importance of regularly washing their clothes, sheets, and towels. The decline in skin health may come gradually over time, so you could be experiencing...

How to Clean Your Jeans

Jeans have become a wardrobe essential. However, they require a bit of special care to help them last a long time. You do need to wash them. In fact, you should be washing them every few times you wear them. Here’s how: Read and follow the fabric care label. If...

A Guide to Sustainable Cleaning

When it comes to cleaning, waste reduction, saving water and saving energy are the three of the main ways to be more sustainable and help protect the earth. While product packaging is critical in allowing your cleaning product to be safely transported and stored in your home, improperly disposing of...

How to Unclog a Drain

Clogged drains can be annoying, and expensive. They can cause leaks or become a place for mold and germs to spread. However, if you act quickly, a little effort keeps a small issue from becoming bigger. Before you call in a plumber, there are a few things you can try...

Declutter to De-Stress

Reduce your stress this National Stress Awareness Month by decluttering! A proven way to decrease those stress hormones is by keeping your space organized. In addition to reducing stress, decluttering can increase productivity, and create a sense of calm in your home. When we’re surrounded by clutter, it can be...