Frequently Asked Questions
Once I've made up the recipes, how long will they last?
Depending on how much cleaning you do, the vinegar spray can last from two to
four weeks. The scrub is usually made in smaller batches to accommodate tasks
that require scrubbing (bathtubs, sinks, stove tops). In between uses, the scrub
will settle in the squeeze bottle. (Remember, we didn't add additives to keep it in
a suspended state. It's all natural. Just give it a stir and you should be ready to
go.)
Do they really work?
The comment most people make after trying these recipes, is that they work just
as well as commercial products. The real beauty is that these are all-purpose
cleaners, so you'll need fewer products to do more.
What if I don't like the smell of vinegar?
The smell of the vinegar dissipates quickly as it dries, so this shouldn't be a
problem. In addition, you may choose to use a scented liquid soap in your
recipes.
Do I have to follow the directions exactly or can I improvise?
Feel free to add or delete ingredients to meet your needs. For example, if you
want more scrubbing power, make your scrub a little thicker by adding more
baking soda. You should and will tweak these recipes to meet your individual
preferences. These initial recipes will get you going.
What kind of liquid soap should I use?
In our instructions, Liquid Soap means dish washing soap or a castile soap such
as Dr. Bonner's. Castile soap is usually made from vegetable oil opposed to the
more commercially available petroleum-based soaps. A personal choice may be
to use your regular over the counter dishwashing liquid or change to a more
earth/human friendly brand. The purpose of the liquid soap is to help remove any
residual build up from past cleaning.
How much will it cost to make these cleaners?
Vinegar and baking soda are relatively inexpensive and readily available. Even if
you decide to incorporate additional ingredients, your costs will be far below the
price of ready-made cleaning products.
Are there any surfaces where I shouldn't use my cleaning
recipes?
As with any new cleaner, first test it on a small area. Here are two known surfaces
where you would want to find an alternative cleaner:
1) Do not use on sandstone or marble. (Vinegar chemically reacts with the
calcium carbonate in marble and strips the shine.)
2) Do not use on polyurethane wood floors.
We'd be happy to answer your questions. Please contact us.
EZ Clean Green, a division of Invisible, Inc. PO Box 38, Poland, ME
Once I've made up the recipes, how long will they last?
Depending on how much cleaning you do, the vinegar spray can last from two to
four weeks. The scrub is usually made in smaller batches to accommodate tasks
that require scrubbing (bathtubs, sinks, stove tops). In between uses, the scrub
will settle in the squeeze bottle. (Remember, we didn't add additives to keep it in
a suspended state. It's all natural. Just give it a stir and you should be ready to
go.)
Do they really work?
The comment most people make after trying these recipes, is that they work just
as well as commercial products. The real beauty is that these are all-purpose
cleaners, so you'll need fewer products to do more.
What if I don't like the smell of vinegar?
The smell of the vinegar dissipates quickly as it dries, so this shouldn't be a
problem. In addition, you may choose to use a scented liquid soap in your
recipes.
Do I have to follow the directions exactly or can I improvise?
Feel free to add or delete ingredients to meet your needs. For example, if you
want more scrubbing power, make your scrub a little thicker by adding more
baking soda. You should and will tweak these recipes to meet your individual
preferences. These initial recipes will get you going.
What kind of liquid soap should I use?
In our instructions, Liquid Soap means dish washing soap or a castile soap such
as Dr. Bonner's. Castile soap is usually made from vegetable oil opposed to the
more commercially available petroleum-based soaps. A personal choice may be
to use your regular over the counter dishwashing liquid or change to a more
earth/human friendly brand. The purpose of the liquid soap is to help remove any
residual build up from past cleaning.
How much will it cost to make these cleaners?
Vinegar and baking soda are relatively inexpensive and readily available. Even if
you decide to incorporate additional ingredients, your costs will be far below the
price of ready-made cleaning products.
Are there any surfaces where I shouldn't use my cleaning
recipes?
As with any new cleaner, first test it on a small area. Here are two known surfaces
where you would want to find an alternative cleaner:
1) Do not use on sandstone or marble. (Vinegar chemically reacts with the
calcium carbonate in marble and strips the shine.)
2) Do not use on polyurethane wood floors.
We'd be happy to answer your questions. Please contact us.
EZ Clean Green, a division of Invisible, Inc. PO Box 38, Poland, ME
Never doubt that a
small group of
thoughtful
committed citizens
can change the
world; indeed, it's
the only thing that
ever has.
~Margaret Mead
small group of
thoughtful
committed citizens
can change the
world; indeed, it's
the only thing that
ever has.
~Margaret Mead
The Economical Way to
Go Green When you Clean
Go Green When you Clean
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