Cleaning Tips
We have prepared a list of Frequently Asked Questions for your review. If you don't find your question below, or need any futher information, please contact us.
32:1 DILUTIONS (Glass/Mirrors)
Glass/Mirrors:
Mix one (1) cap of ADVANAGE to 32 ounces of water. Spray on surface, rub in and buff dry. NOTE: Wipe as you spray to prevent streaking and never clean in direct sunlight.
|
20:1 DILUTIONS (Walls, Carpets, Furniture, Laundry, etc)
Walls (Ink, Crayons, Pencil)
For wallpaper, spray ADVANAGE on and wipe off with a dry towel. Use same solution on wall panels and wipe clean. For greasy buildup, use a non-abrasive scrounge pad.
Carpets
For spot cleaning, spray on ADVANAGE and let stand for 30 seconds. Rinse with clear water and wipe dry with towel. When using a carpet shampoo machine, vacuum area to be cleaned first lifting all loose particles. Using one (1) cup of ADVANAGE to every five (5) gallons of water, clean carpet concentrating on heavily soiled areas. Let dry and vacuum again. To clean without a machine, follow same procedures as above using a soft bristle brush to loosen soil, rinse and wipe clean with towel.
Furniture
NOTE: Test fabric for colorfastness or bleeding before cleaning.
For spot cleaning, use 20:1 spraying on stained area and rub in circular motion with a dry towel. For stubborn stains, use 15:1 and let stand for 3 to 5 minutes. You may use a nylon brush to assist you, rubbing in a circular motion. Rinse and wipe dry with towel.
Laundry
Use 2:1 for set-in stains; test before using. For pre-washing, spray on spots or using 20:1. Let stand for 30 to 60 seconds, and then rub with a nylon brush or towel. Add to your regular wash load. You may also add 1/2 cup of ADVANAGE in your wash load. For fresh ink spots on clothing, place a towel underneath the spot and using the nozzle of the sprayer, rub in a circular motion over the stain after having sprayed directly into the towel. For old stains, spray the stained area directly and let stand for five (5) minutes. Add to your regular wash load.
Gum, Glue, Candle Wax
Using a pin or needle, punch holes in the gum, glue or candle wax and spray on using a 20:1 dilution. Let stand for 60 seconds and rub away the residue using a nylon brush.
Paint Wash Surfaces
Using a 20:1 dilution of ADVANAGE before painting makes an excellent bonder. ADVANAGE can also be used as a thinner by adding a 10:1 dilution per one gallon of paint.
Linoleum/Tile
For general cleaning, use a 20:1 dilution of ADVANAGE to clean floors, then rinse. For tough stains a nonabrasive scrounge pad may be used. As a wax stripper, use an ADVANAGE dilution of 2:1 along with an abrasive pad to remove wax buildup. Rinse.
(CAUTION: Do not use on no-wax floor!)
Formica, Ceramics, Marble, Brass, Porcelain, Venetian Blinds, Shingles, Sidings, Stainless Steel and Office Equipment
All the above may be cleaned with a 20:1 dilution of ADVANAGE. Spray on and use a non-abrasive scrounges pad to assist then wipe clean and rinse. For stubborn stains allow ADVANAGE to stand for 1 to 2 minutes before wiping clean. Rinse.
NOTE: For telephone equipment, computers, etc., do not spray directly into equipment. Dampen cloth and clean dirty areas.
Mildew, Screens, Brick
Using a nylon brush, spray on ADVANAGE at 20:1 and scrub area to be cleaned. Rinse.
|
15:1 DILUTIONS (Pet Stains)
Pet Stains
Using ADVANAGE at 15:1 dilution, spray area where stained, and using a nylon brush rub in a circular motion until stain is removed. Rinse and wipe dry. For stubborn stains, allow to stand for 2 to 3 minutes. Rinse and wipe dry.
|
10:1 DILUTIONS (Drink Stains, Shower Stall, Algae)
Liquor, Soda, Coffee, Food and Grass Stains
Using a 10:1 dilution of ADVANAGE, pre-soak area and let stand for 60 seconds. Follow instructions given for laundry.
Shower Stalls/Algae
Using a 10:1 dilution of ADVANAGE spray the area to be cleaned and allow 1 to 2 minutes for heavy buildup before wiping. Clean using an abrasive scrounge pad. Rinse.
|
7:1 DILUTIONS (Lime, Tar, Tough Carpet Stains)
Lime, Tar
Spray on a 7:1 dilution of ADVANAGE and allow stained area to absorb (about 5 to 6 minutes). Spray the area again and clean using an abrasive scrounge pad. Rinse.
Tough Carpet Stains A 7:1 dilution of ADVANAGE is recommended for heavily soiled areas on the carpet. Do not step on carpet until padding is dry.
|
3:1 DILUTIONS (Ovens)
Ovens
CAUTION. Spraying any liquid on electrical timing outlets will cause damage to unit .
We have found that using our ‘ “Wonder Pump’ Foamer to clean ovens is extremely effective. Simply pump foam throughout oven, preheat for five minutes at 150°, turn off and pump more foam. While warm, clean using a green 3M-scrunge pad. Rinse and wipe.
|
1:1 & STRAIGHT DILUTIONS (Concrete, Pipes, Sewers, Septic Tanks, etc)
Concrete/Asphalt (mix with hot water)
Using ADVANAGE at 1:1, or straight from the bottle, pour on oil grease spots in driveway and, using a wire brush, work in a circular motion to lift the stains. Rinse with power hose.
Pipes, Sewer and Septic Tanks
A 1:1 solution of ADVANAGE followed by hot running water twice a month, will keep drains, tanks and pipes cleaner and fresh smelling.
|
AUTOMOBILE USES
NOTE: Never use in direct sunlight! Also, do not spray on and let stand for long periods of time. Spray on and wipe immediately.
Vinyl/Leather Interiors
Spray on a 20:1 ADVANAGE dilution and clean using towel. Rinse. For stubborn stains, you may need to use a non-abrasive scrounge pad or nylon brush.
Automobile Cloth/Velveteen Interior
Follow instructions given for furniture.
Automobile Carpet
Follow instructions given for carpet.
Automobile Chrome
For general cleaning use ADVANAGE dilution of 20:1 , wiping immediately as you spray on. For bubbly rust, spray on at same dilution using a non-abrasive scrounge pad to prime the surface. Rinse.
Whitewall Tires
Spray on ADVANAGE using an abrasive scrounge pad to lift dirt.
Windows/Mirrors
Use measurements prescribed for glass cleaner. Do not allow it to stand long - wipe as you spray and buff glass with cotton cloth.
Fiberglass
Spray ADVANAGE on at a 20:1 dilution and clean areas using non-abrasive pad. Rinse and buff dry.
Exterior
Using a 20:1 dilution of ADVANAGE, wipe car clean using cloth towel. For oxidation, use same dilution with a nonabrasive scrounge pad to assist. Rinse and buff dry.
|
|
Please note that throughout the previous instructions, cleaning aids such as scrounge pads, nylon and wire brushes are mentioned. We recommend 3M Scotch Brite Pads, which may be purchased from your salesperson or over the phone. The white scrounge is a non-abrasive pad, which is to be used on delicate items or material. The green scrounge is an abrasive pad; its primary use is for stubborn stains or heavy buildup on not-so-fragile material or surfaces.
Nylon brushes are soft bristled brushes to be used on minor stains and hard-to-reach areas. A wire brush is a steel abrasive-type brush used to clean heavy buildups and stains on hard surfaces such as concrete, asphalt, etc.
NOTE: Improper use of these items will result in scratches and or damages on any surface, fabric or material. Always use with extreme caution. When using our Wonder Cleaners on delicate fabrics such as upholstery, carpet, silk, or leather, always test an unnoticeable area for color fastness and bleeding.
|