Basic-H® Uses100% GUARANTEED HOUSEHOLD USES
General Cleaning - 5 mL in 1 L (1 teaspoon in
1 quart) of
warm water for walls, woodwork, ceilings, kitchen appliances,
furniture, bathroom, and fixtures. Leaves refrigerators odour-
free. Windows, Mirrors, All Glass - 2-4 drops in 0.5 L (1 pint)
of water. Glass will smear if more than the recommended amount
of Basic-H® is used.
Dishes - 5-10 mL in 4.5 L (1-2 teaspoons in 1 gallon) of water.
Pots and Pans - 15 mL in 4.5 L (1 tablespoon in 1 gallon) of
water. Let stand to loosen stuck-on particles.
Floors - 15-30 mL in 4.5 L (1-2 tablespoons in 1 gallon) of
cool water. Leaves surfaces shiny.
Kitchen Floors - 2.5 mL in 1 L (1/2 teaspoon in 1 quart) of
warm water to clean without polishing. To remove wax buildup,
use
Basic-I® Concentrated Industrial Cleaner.
Dusting - 1.25 mL in 0.5 L (1/4 teaspoon in 1 pint) of water.
Pour solution onto a sponge and squeeze to almost dry, or spray
on a clean cloth and wipe. Leaves bright, non-magnetic surface,
which will not attract dust.
Fruit and Vegetables (including baking potatoes) - 1.25 mL (1/4
teaspoon) in a basin of water. Wash, then rinse thoroughly with
filtered water to remove residues of sprays and grime. To crisp
lettuce, use 2 or 3 drops in a bowl of water.
Woolens, Nylons and All Fine Fabrics - 5 mL (1 teaspoon) in a
basin of
lukewarm water. For spots, apply 1-2 drops directly on
the spot and press in with thumb, then immerse item in a
solution of 5 mL (1 teaspoon) of
Basic-H® per 4.5 L (1 gallon)
of cold water. Allow to stand a few minutes, then rinse by
squeezing water through. Dry flat.
Spot Remover - Apply a very small amount directly to the spot
and use a soft toothbrush to rub in, then wipe off with a damp
cloth or rinse. Removes lipstick, coffee, ink, grass, and
grease. Electric
Coffeemaker - 1.25 mL (1/4 teaspoon) in a pot
of water. Run through cycle and rinse.
Ironing - A few drops in a steam iron will keep the jet and
interior clean, and make steam wetter. Keeps iron free of
mineral deposits, so there's no need to buy
distilled water.
Note: iron a rag the first time (cleans out any old deposits).
Knives - Keep your knives sharp by placing a few drops of Basic-
H® on your cutting stone and keeping it moist.
Basic-H® won't
clog the stone, and leaves it free of residue when rinsed.
Aquariums - 5 mL in 1 L (1 teaspoon in 1 quart) of water for
rocks, coral and the entire aquarium. Rinse thoroughly.
Fish Odours - 15 mL per litre (1 tablespoon per quart) of water.
Boat Algae - 15 mL per 4.5 L (1 tablespoon per gallon) of water.
Diapers - 2.5 mL (1/2 teaspoon) plus one drop of Basic-
Germicide in a pail of water.
Spray "Snow" or Poster Paint on Windows - 2.5 mL in 1 L (1/2
teaspoon in 1 quart) of warm water to remove.
Wallpaper - 30 mL (2 tablespoons) in a pail of hot water to
remove. Apply with a mop and lift off. Use a solution of 15 mL
per 4.5 L (1 tablespoon per gallon) of water to clean off the residue.
Frying Vats - Use 125 mL in 13.5 L (1/2 cup in 3 gallons) of
water. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Dissipates
stubborn crust without damaging vats.
PERSONAL USES
Hands - Place a few drops on one palm and rub thoroughly over
both hands. Add a little water, continue cleaning, then rinse.
Removes tobacco stains, grease, and onion and garlic odours.
Bathing - 10 mL (2 teaspoons) in a tub of warm water. Run water
full force to make suds. Leaves no bathtub ring. For babies,
use only 5 mL (1 teaspoon). Less alkaline than baby soap.
Gum - Use
full strength to remove gum from skin, carpet, or
clothes.
Painting and
Dyeing - Apply full strength to hands before
painting or dyeing, and allow to dry. Paint or dye will wash
off easily afterward - this is called the "invisible glove."
Shoes - Two drops on a wet cloth to clean. Shine shoes with a
dry cloth.
Eye Glasses - Fill a 110 mL (4 ounce)
spray bottle with water
and one drop of Basic-H®.
AUTOMOTIVE USES
Washing - 15 mL in 4.5 L (1 tablespoon in 1 gallon) of water.
Easily removes insects and road grime.
Wash a small area at a
time. Hose off. Wipe
windshield, windows and chrome after
rinsing; the rest of the car dries without spots or streaks.
Battery Terminals - 2.5 mL in 0.5 L (1/2 teaspoon in 1 pint) of
water. Spray on, let soak for 2 minutes, then clean with a
wire
brush.
Windshield - Add 5-6 drops to 1 L (1 quart) of water and fill
windshield washer reservoir. Add anti-freeze solution in the
winter.
Engine - 62.5 mL in 4.5 L (
1 ounce in 1 gallon) of water. Will
not affect paint, gaskets, or insulating material. For best
results, clean when the engine is hot (ignition system will dry
quickly).
White Walls - 5 mL in 1 L (1 teaspoon in 1 quart) of water.
Changing Tires - Add 2.5 mL (1/2 teaspoon) to a 500 mL (16
ounce) Spray Bottle filled with water. Spray on rims; tires go
on easier.
Commercial Car Wash - 1 L
Basic-H® in 450 L (1 quart in 100
gallon) water tank.
OTHER USES
House Plants - Wipe down leaves with a mixture of a few drops
of Basic-H® in a 500 mL (16 ounce) Spray Unit filled with water.
Outside Windows and Screens - Spray with a mixture of 5 mL (1
teaspoon) of http://www.shaklee.net/malendaz_coleman/product/00015
® and 9 L (2 gallons) of water.
Humidifiers - Add 3-4 drops to help prevent rust, scum and
mineral deposits.
Concrete and Mortar Mix - Add 62.5 mL (1 ounce) to each 4.5 L
(1 gallon) of water used. Makes mixture easier to spread.
Water-Soluble Tape Residue - Add 4-6 drops to a 500 mL (16
ounce) spray bottle filled with water.
Paint Brushes - Work full-strength Basic-H® into brushes and
wash under the tap.
Skunk Odour - 30 mL in 4.5 L (2 tablespoons in 1 gallon) of water.
Radiograph Pens - A few drops of Basic-H® will clean
engineering pens and keep them working smoothly.
Camping Pots and Pans - Coat bottom of pots and pans with
full-
strength Basic-H® before cooking to make cleanup easier.
Fire Extinguisher - 5 mL in 1 L (1 teaspoon in 1 quart) of
water in a large spray bottle.
Leather - Put 2 drops on a damp sponge, then wipe the item dry.
Basic-H® cleans leather better than
saddle soap.
Laboratories - Excellent for cleaning glass slides used under
microscopes and blood-stained test tubes. Use 2-4 drops of
Basic-H® in 0.5 L (1 pint) of water. Glass will smear if more
than the recommended amount of Basic-H® is used.
Plaster Casts - Place a few drops on one palm, rub thoroughly
over hands, and a little water to remove plaster from hands.
Vinyl Upholstery - 5 mL in 1 L (1 teaspoon in 1 quart) of
water.
Golf Clubs - Add 5 mL (1 teaspoon) to a 110 mL (4 ounce)
spray
bottle. Spray solution on clubs and brush off dirt. Also
excellent for cleaning golf gloves.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER
*
Basic-H® is the most economical and versatile cleaner you can
buy. 1 L makes 288 L (64 gallons) of cleaning solution. Do not
use more than the recommended amount, as a little goes a long,
long way!
* Basic-H® makes water wetter.
* Do not put any foreign matter into your
Basic-H® container.
Large amounts of bacteria can degrade and weaken the product.
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