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From time immemorial there has a been a friendly rivalry between men and women. But, did you know it extends to hand washing? Hand washing has always been an important part of overall hygiene and health. Recent references in The History Of Why Handwashing Gender Gap Exists CleanLink article (see below) show men are less prone to wash their hands then women.  The History of Why Handwashing Gender Cap Exists From: CleanLink Executive Reports  https://www.cleanlink.com/news/article/The-History-Of-Why-Handwashing-Gender-Gap-Exists--25203 Cleanlink The article from CleanLink magazine suggests that this goes back to when Victorian women were given the responsibility of cleanliness and hygiene. It was these...

The world is full of great rivalries. In the germ-fighting game, its anti-bacterial versus anti-microbial. In fact, the terms anti-bacterial and anti-microbial are commonly interchanged, when in fact they have very different meanings!  The primary difference between anti-bacterial and anti-microbial substances is the types of microorganism they act upon. While anti-bacterial products prevent the development of bacteria, anti-microbial agents such as alcohol-based hand sanitizers prevent the spread of bacteria, fungi, and some viruses.  Then there’s green soap, which boasts a more sustainable, environmentally-friendly solution.  Which one is better? The answer is: it depends.  Let’s turn to some experts to help...

Converting a bathtub to a walk-in shower in homes and hotels room can be frustrating. Your job just got a lot easier with OS&B side discharge shower drains and now they’re 10% off! As the population ages the trend is towards Universal Design and Living-In-Place. Market research indicates homeowners want their walk-in showers to serve them as they “age in place,” whether they undertake a bathtub renovation in their own home or choose a new 55-Plus home development. And more than likely want the same convenience when they’re travelling and staying at hotel rooms. The trend is also growing for...