Capricious use of certain Cleaning Agents can seriously complicate your cleaning.

We suggest you review the Cleaning Tips page before beginning your cleaning program.

We have carefully reviewed these compounds and have presented them in an easy to understand format designed to foster a good understanding by the average user.

By carefully evaluating your particular cleaning requirements and reviewing the pros and cons of each compound you will increase your personal knowledge and enhance your cleaning.

Ammonia is a primitive Cleaning Agent and should be avoided.

Beeswax in leather conditioners should be avoided.

Chlorine Bleach belongs in the bathroom. It is a adequate disinfectant for the toilet bowl but will complicate other types of cleaning around your home. It might be a good idea to keep it in the bathroom and forget about it.

Hydrogen Peroxide will bleach and discolor many fabrics.

TriSodium Phosphate is a another primitive Clearing Agent that is useful for prep work prior to painting but aside from that should be avoided.

Vinegar typically used for feminine hygiene issues should be avoided when dealing with urine issues on carpets, upholstery and leather.

Waterproofing agents of any type should not be applied to Leather Furniture if you own cats. If you Waterproof your Leather Furniture anyway you will discover the Fiona Fleming affect.

Visit the Ammonia, Chlorine Bleach, Hydrogen Peroxide, TriSodium Phosphate, Vinegar and Waterproofing Agents for the performance limitations and hazards of these cleaning agents.