Detergents
Mild Detergents
Hand Dishwashing Liquid Detergent
Uses
Has surfactants that dissolve dirt and grease; use in
solution of warm-to-hot water to clean washable surfaces
such as counter-tops, appliances, fixtures, floors.
Cautions- Safe for washable surfaces and skin.
High-sudsing, so do not put much in the solution, and
rinse all suds off thoroughly.
Moderately Strong Detergents
Laundry Detergents
Uses
Has both surfactant and builder, so dissolves heavier
soil and grease; use in solution of warm-to-hot water to
clean washable surfaces where a stronger detergent is
safe. Use the smallest amount of detergent that will do
the job. Low-sudsing types are easier to rinse off.
Cautions- Most powdered detergents in Michigan
contain washing soda as a builder and some are very
alkaline which can damage surfaces, and irritated skin
with prolonged contact. Strong solutions can dissolve
paint. Always rinse thoroughly. Do NOT use where mild
detergent is recommended.