More than a quarter of Australians would love to skip cleaning their floors forever.
SYDNEY, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roborock, a global leader in ultra-intelligent home robotics engineered to simplify daily life, has today announced the results of its latest survey, revealing Australians' cleaning habits. In anticipation of the launch of Roborock's latest product range, including the Qrevo Master, Qrevo S, and H5, the survey highlights that while many take pride in maintaining clean homes, certain areas and chores continue to present challenges – resulting in a few guilty cleaning habits.
Australians take their floor cleaning seriously, with many dedicating substantial time each week to keeping their homes spotless. Despite the effort, floor cleaning ranks high among the chores they'd love to ditch forever, with a quarter confessing they'd happily avoid it completely if given the chance. This shows that while Aussies take pride in a clean home, they're eager for smarter, quicker ways to handle this time-consuming task.
The Dirtiest Places in Aussie Homes & Guilty Habits
Unsurprisingly, garages top the list as the dirtiest spot in the home, with 46% of Australians admitting this space needs more attention. Other hotspots for dirt include the bathroom (41%), the kitchen (38%), and even the kids' playroom (32%). With busy lifestyles, it's no wonder certain areas fall through the cracks when it comes to regular cleaning.
When asked about their worst cleaning habits, nearly half (47%) confessed to avoiding the oven, air fryer, or microwave – three common appliances that accumulate grime quickly. Other areas of neglect include vacuuming (44%), mopping (40%), and regularly changing bed sheets (32%).
The survey also found that Saturday is the most popular day for Aussies to tackle their household chores, with 29% of respondents selecting the start of the weekend to get things in order. However, a significant portion –28% opt to clean their homes every day to stay on top of household maintenance.
Tasks They Never Want to Do Again
Perhaps the most telling insights from the survey come from what Australians would skip cleaning entirely, if they could. 27% of respondents said they'd be happy never cleaning their floors or carpets again, while 23% said the bathroom is the room they most dread.
"Our survey shows that many Australians are looking for ways to make their cleaning routines easier." said Richard Chang, Founder & CEO of Roborock. "We're focused on creating innovative solutions that truly help people manage their homes more efficiently. We understand the challenges of balancing busy lives with household chores, and our goal is to develop technology that offers real support in keeping homes clean without adding extra stress."
The newly launched products, which include advanced features like powerful suction, dual spinning mops, and obstacle recognition, is now available across Australia in Roborock's Official Online Store, JB Hifi, Harvey Norman, The Good Guys, Bing Lee, and other Authorised Retailers. With the Qrevo Master, Qrevo S, and H5, Australians can enjoy a cleaner home with less effort.
For more information on the Qrevo Master, Qrevo S, H5 and other Roborock products, please visit http://au.roborock.com/
Notes to Editors:
The Roborock survey was conducted by TGM Research and involved 1,028 nationally representative respondents across Australia. The survey aimed to understand the cleaning habits, preferences, and challenges faced by Australians ahead of the launch of Roborock's Qrevo Master, Qrevo S and H5.
About Roborock
Roborock is a leading smart cleaning brand renowned for its intelligent cleaning solutions. With a steadfast dedication to becoming a global leading smart appliance player, Roborock enriches lives with its innovative line of robotic, cordless, wet/dry vacuum cleaners, and washer-dryers. Rooted in a user-centric approach, our R&D-driven solutions cater to diverse cleaning needs in over 15 million homes across 170+ countries. Headquartered in Beijing and with strategic subsidiaries in key markets, including the United States, Japan, the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, and South Korea, Roborock is dedicated to elevating its market presence worldwide. For more information, visit https://au.roborock.com/.
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Aussie Cleaning Habits: What's Really Happening Behind Closed Doors
New enzymatic solution promises premium textures in fermented dairy and plant-based products, eliminating the need for stabilizers.
NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IFF (NYSE:IFF) today announced the launch of TEXSTARâ„¢, an advanced enzymatic texturizing solution poised to revolutionize the texture of both dairy and plant-based fresh fermented products. This innovative enzyme provides the necessary viscosity in fresh fermented products, without the use of added stabilizers. TEXSTARâ„¢ will enable manufacturers to create products with unique textures that feature familiar, consumer-accepted ingredients. Additionally, the enzyme will allow supply chain fluctuations to be managed more effectively and reduce Scope 3 emissions relating to texturants.
"As a 100 percent enzymatic solution, TEXSTARâ„¢ is a game-changer in the texturants market," said Marianne Toftdal, global product line manager, Dairy Enzymes, IFF. "With nearly two-thirds of U.K. consumers scrutinizing yogurt ingredients as closely as other foods, TEXSTARâ„¢ allows the creation of delicious, fresh fermented products with creamy, velvety textures that consumers love, using familiar and consumer-accepted ingredients1."
Redefining texture in fresh fermented products
Yogurt's versatility is reflected in its broad appeal, with consumers enjoying it for various reasons. In the United States, 53 percent of people consume yogurt as a snack2, while in the U.K., 17 percent turn to yogurt to lift their spirits. When yogurt is enjoyed as an indulgent dessert, texture becomes crucial, with 42 percent of people seeking spoonable yogurts with a thick, satisfying consistency.1
TEXSTARâ„¢ addresses these consumer needs, offering manufacturers a competitive edge in the yogurt market. During fermentation, TEXSTARâ„¢ converts sucrose into poly- and oligosaccharides, reducing sugar content and delivering a premium texture with greater smoothness and increased shine, without traditional starch-based texturants. Additionally, TEXSTARâ„¢ improves the taste profile of plant-based fresh fermented products, reducing unpleasant beany notes often associated with them.
A sustainable alternative to crop-based texturants
Beyond enhancing texture, TEXSTARâ„¢ offers two key benefits. When used as a partial milk protein replacer, it can reduce the carbon footprint of fresh fermented products. Additionally, by choosing an enzymatic solution for texture, manufacturers can achieve up to 90 percent in texturant-related Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions due to significantly lower usage rates*.
Produced through fermentation, TEXSTARâ„¢ mitigates the risks of price fluctuations associated with crop-based texturants like starch. Its lower dosage requirement for achieving target viscosity also allows manufacturers to store more inventory in less space.
For more information on TEXSTARâ„¢, visit here.
[1] Mintel, Yogurt and Yogurt Drinks – UK – 2024
[2] Mintel, Yogurt and Yogurt Drinks – USA – 2023
* The carbon footprint and scope 3 estimations, conducted by IFF's Life Cycle Assessment team, are based on preliminary screening calculations. They account for the cradle-to-gate carbon footprints of fresh fermented products and texturants used by yogurt producers, comparing TEXSTARâ„¢ with alternatives like modified corn starch and gelatin, factoring in usage ratios. The actual emission reductions may vary depending on geographical locations, actual recipes, and sourcing choices. The results have not been independently verified.
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IFF Launches TEXSTAR™, Pioneering Enzyme Set to Transform Fresh Fermented Food Textures
