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Cleaning with Hydrogen Peroxide
By
Steve
Hanson
Cleaning with hydrogen peroxide - also referred to as H2O2 - is one of the
easiest ways to make sure that you provide a safer, cleaner space, with lower
bacteria levels, but without the risk of the toxicity that is sometimes
associated with cleaners. By cleaning with hydrogen peroxide, you not only
protect the health of your employees and the other building users, but you also
help to reduce the damage that is done to the environment.
The cleaning industry in America is taking an important turn towards providing
effective, safe cleaning that also remains environmentally friendly. It has been
predicted by such experts as the president of EnvirOx, that environmentally
friendly products will comprise the majority of cleaning products within 10
years time. Though not to the point of exclusivity, this will mean that cleaning
with hydrogen peroxide will comprise a substantial part of this movement.
Today's ideal choices for cleaning involve using oxygen cleaners, which are
formulations of hydrogen peroxide and a type of solvent, which may include
something natural - for example, citrus or d-limonene (the major component of
the oil extracted from citrus rind) or another type of degreasing surfactant.
Using hydrogen peroxide products are considered the elite option for cleaning
because of their ability to effectively and successfully break down a stain from
the molecular level. However, unlike toxic cleaners, oxygen cleaners are more
environmentally desirable because when the hydrogen peroxide dissipates, the
results are simple water and oxygen; neither of which has a negative impact on
the environment.
This also means that another plus that you will experience when cleaning with
hydrogen peroxide is that it works extremely well for cleaning and sanitizing
countertops, and other surfaces that may be used for the preparation of food.
This includes cutting boards made of woods and plastics.
Oxygen cleaners are readily available in pre-diluted formulas which are ready to
use as multipurpose, multi-surface cleaners, as well as degreasers and stain
removers. Moreover, concentrates are available for other lighter and heavier
functions.
Cleaning with hydrogen peroxide works best on stains that are protein-based, on
carpets, grouting, and on laundry, and work very well as deodorizers. However,
petroleum-based stains, such as gum and oils still present a challenge for
oxygen cleaners. Also, depending on the pH level of the cleaner, it may not work
on hard floors, since it could damage the sealant of the surface.
We recommend products such as those by Core Products Co, which provide spotters,
pre-conditioners, and specialty products with a base of hydrogen peroxide. This
allows you to experience a high quality, effective product that also provides
the important benefit of safer formulas for your employees, the other building
users, and the environment, due to the low toxicity of hydrogen peroxide.
Steve Hanson is co-founding member of The Janitorial Store (TM), an online
community for owners and managers of cleaning companies who want to build a more
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