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How do you choose what cleaning chemicals you will use in your cleaning business? There are many things to think about when choosing cleaning chemicals: *What am I going to be cleaning -- wood, ceramic, fabric, porcelain? *What type of soil will I have to remove -- dirt, grease, food, soot? *What will I use to apply the product -- cotton cloth, microfiber cloth, mop, brush, bonnet? *How will I dispense the product -- dilution control, pre-measured packets, spray bottle, pump-up sprayer? *Do I need to disinfect the surface? Do I need to use a germicide? *Do I have any environmental issues to keep in mind? There are basically four types of cleaners: neutral cleaners, acids, alkalis, and solvents. Each are designed to work on certain types of surfaces and soils. For example, you would use neutral cleaners (pH of 7) for normal, daily cleaning on surfaces that are water-washable, or on floors that have floor finish (neutral cleaners will not ruin the floor finish). Acid cleaners are used for mineral deposits, rust, soap scum and water spots on fiberglass, china, metal and glass. Alkali cleaners are used for heavy soil and food stains on vinyl flooring, concrete, tile, and fabric. Solvent cleaners are used for oils, paint, varnish, and heavy grease on machinery and metal. As a professional cleaner, you need to know what each chemical you use is for, as well as how to handle and mix chemicals properly. Be sure to read all directions so you know what the chemical is to be used for, and also to find out what surfaces it is safe to use on. Using chemicals properly will increase your efficiency, productivity, and bottom line! Copyright (c) The Janitorial Store (TM)
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