Basic theory of cleaning (pH)
pH Scale
Strong Alkaline:
Caustic Soda
(Lye), Caustic
Potash
Weak Alkaline:
Strong Acids:
Weak Acids:
Muriatic,, Sulphuric
p
Vinegar,
g , Lemon Bakingg Soda,,
Meta‐Silicates
H‐O‐H
0
3
4
(neutral)
6 7 8
10 11
14
Acid
Alkali
Etching floors
Declares &
Washroom
Cleaner
Hand
Cleaners
General
Purpose
Cleaners
Neutral
Floor
Cleaners
Degreasers