The colour yellow is seen all around us in everyday life, from bumblebees to daffodils to lemons – and it tends to stand out. The bright, energetic colour can elicit a number of responses depending on the context around...
Initial’s Guide to Festival Hygiene With the UK’s summer festival season in full swing, thousands of music lovers will be preparing to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of live performances. From muddy fields to crowded campsites, festivals are...
World Continence Week (WCW) is a global event organised by the World Federation of Incontinence Patients to raise awareness of continence issues and help improve the health, wellness and quality of life of sufferers. This year, WCW is taking...
Understanding Period Poverty Period poverty is a pressing global issue affecting millions of women and girls who struggle to afford menstrual products. This lack of access to sanitary products, safe and hygienic spaces to use them, and the right...
Yes, your company must provide sanitary waste disposal as it is a legal requirement in the UK. This includes all women and gender neutral bathrooms, disabled bathrooms and public restrooms. Providing members of your staff and customers who menstruate...
Stepping into a workplace might seem like a straightforward experience, but have you ever considered the role that floor mats play in shaping your first impression? Commercial floor mats are more than just decorative accessories; they are essential contributors...
World Toilet Day is observed annually on the 19th of November and this year it focuses on accelerating change. Many of us in the Western world may take our toilet and washroom facilities for granted, but a whopping 3.5...
[Updated 13 October 2023] Growing up I am sure many of us can remember being told to wash our hands, especially after using the bathroom, being outside or before preparing or eating food. In all cases, it is essential...
19th June 2023 marks Initial’s 120th anniversary. We celebrate our remarkable journey with you, from providing towels embroidered with our customers’ initials to pioneering hygiene technology. Today, many of us may take various aspects of our hygiene for granted,...
Helping to save water is becoming an increasingly crucial aspect of our daily lives. According to the UN, “water is the primary medium through which we will feel the effects of climate change.”1 The majority of us are surrounded...