As the arrival of spring brings sunshine and the urge to declutter, Great Bend-based Fuller Industries Inc. is joining professional cleaning organizations worldwide to celebrate International Cleaning Week, March 22–28, 2026.
A longtime member of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, Fuller Industries is utilizing the week to highlight the essential role cleaning plays in public health, environmental sustainability, and professional advocacy.
"Cleaning week is recognized annually during the fourth week in March, and it is a good encouragement to deep clean our homes, closets, cars and offices," said Joe Mann, general manager of Fuller Industries. "This week also emphasizes the value of cleaning for employees, employers, and stakeholders across the industry."
International Cleaning Week 2026, organized by ISSA, honors cleaning professionals and advances industry standards. Fuller joins with Magna Dry of Central Kansas and Office Products Incorporated, both of Great Bend, in marking this occasion.
"International Cleaning Week reflects our shared commitment to excellence and the remarkable impact of cleaning and facility professionals worldwide," said ISSA Executive Director Kim Althoff.
While International Cleaning Week officially kicks off on March 22, the official start of spring on March 20 serves as the traditional catalyst for many to begin their "spring-cleaning" rituals. Fuller and other cleaning professionals suggest that while the process can seem tedious, homeowners can make the task more manageable by following a structured plan.
Spring-Cleaning Checklist
To help residents get started, Fuller Industries recommends a room-by-room approach:
Inside the Home:
· Safety First: Use the transition to daylight saving time to check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
· Window Care: Clean the interior of windows to increase natural light and maintain glass quality
· Appliance Maintenance: Clean the interior and exterior of washers and dryers to improve efficiency.
· Eco-Friendly Tips: Use washable rags or old T-shirts instead of paper towels and recycle empty cleaning bottles.
Outside the Home:
· Gutter Maintenance: Remove debris from gutters and downspouts to prevent water damage (professionals are recommended for ladder work).
· Garage Organization: Sweep out winter dust and donate or discard unused items to reduce clutter.
· Yard Cleanup: Remove sticks, leaves, and pet waste accumulated over the winter months.
Fuller products recommended for the job by Todd Clark of Magna-Dry of Central Kansas, a company that uses Fuller products extensively, include:
· Fuller solvent-based stainless-steel cleaner.
· Fuller First-Class Furniture Polish.
· Fulleroso, a lavender multi-purpose cleaner and deodorizer.
· Fuller ammoniated glass cleaner.
· Heavy-duty degreasers for tougher jobs.
"All products are highly concentrated, which helps keep costs down. A rule of thumb: adding too much chemical is never good," Clark said.
Office Products Incorporated in Great Bend carries Fuller merchandise for spring cleaning needs. OPI's downtown showroom features a selection of carpet/floor cleaners, window cleaners, bathroom cleaners, multi-surface cleaners, and hand soaps/disinfectants. They also carry various brushes and static floor sweepers.
In addition, OPI has a catalog from which they can order other Fuller products.
"Together, let's celebrate and highlight the important role the cleaning industry plays in keeping people safe and healthy," Mann said.
For more information, call Fuller at 620-792-1711, Magna-Dry at 620-282-2267 or OPI at 620-793-8479.
About Fuller Industries Inc.
Based in Great Bend, Kan., with a rich heritage dating back over a century to the Fuller Brush Man, Fuller Industries is a leading American manufacturer of industrial products, including cleaning chemicals and supplies, as well as brooms, mops, brushes and more. Fuller serves manufacturing, commercial, institutional and agricultural clients across the Western Hemisphere. Call 620-792-1711 or visit Fullerindustriesllc.com.