Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

There has been past mention that some of these "home brews" might not be the best thing for use with extraction carpet cleaners but I have been researching inexpensive AND "green" problem solvers for carpet cleaning. I'd like to know who has among us tried any of these methods and how they felt they compared to mass marketed or commercial cleaners and spot treatment compounds.

Please review the following link: http://www.ehow.com/how_4719580_own-green-cleaning-carpet-shampoo.html

Thanks,

Venson

I have been using Pro Tek Cleaner for about 2 years with excellent results.  I replaced all the chemical cleaners in the home with this one.

Always spot check before using on carpet or other fabrics.

http://www.protekchemical.com/index.php?q=node/3

PS Carmine.  It will not clog your Oreck like baking soda does.  

HARDSELL wrote:

Is that in liquid or powder form, HS?  You know I never had that course in mind reading, so you have to be specific with your posts.

Carmine D.

CarmineD wrote:

I should have added that anyone with pets or toddlers crawling around should have the manufacturer verify that it will not harm them when diluted to a strength to use on carpet.

Hope that you now know it is liquid.

HARDSELL wrote:

Since baking soda and rug cleaners come in both forms, I didn't know for sure which you meant.  Hence the reason I asked, since I never had a course in mind reading like some here.

Carmine D.

HARDSELL wrote:
Thank you Hardsell! I've checked out the website and have bookmarked it for future reference.

Best,

Venson

CarmineD wrote:

If it had been in powder form I would not have told you that it won't clog the Oreck.

Venson wrote:

Venson,  it is about $80 per gal.  However, it is probably the best cleaner that I have used.  10:1 is good general purpose mix.  5:1 for really tough cleaning.

I apprenensively bought it from college kids selling door to door.  I have no regrets of buying.

HARDSELL wrote:

HS:

I am a man of simple tastes.  Easily satisfied by the best.  Like ORECK. 

Carmine D.

HARDSELL wrote:
Hi Hardsell,

The price is a bit daunting but from the mix ratio you gave I'd think that the gallon would last a good while. Do you find that so?

Venson

Venson wrote:

10:1 is about $2 qt.  I can't think of a cleaning product near as good for that price.  Daily and light cleaning can be diluted at 20:1.

I bought 2 gallons and got discount.  I think about $20.  I have given family members part of it and have not broken into the 2nd gallon.

One of my choice uses is on my stainless BBQ grille.  The hood accumulates a lot of grease residue on the back side.  For the slanted surfaces I spray then lay paper towels over it and spray again.  The towels will cling and give the grease time to dissolve.  Great for kitchen range and hood vent also.  Soak the burner rings and drip pans for thorough cleaning.

I also clean the stained kitchen cabinets with it.  So far it has not damaged the stain.

Combined with a Dyson you can have a really clean home.