It's weird, to be sure, to use a product most of us think of as the stuff with which we clean the floors, but both Lestoil (which is my poison) and Pine Sol work exceedingly well as grease- and oil-stain removers. Both are made by the same company (Clorox), and they are similar but not identical degreasers.
It Helps Remove Grease Stains
One really impressive benefit of using Pine-Sol in your laundry is that it helps to eliminate stains. If you have a grease stain, Pine-Sol can be used as a pre-treatment before washing.
For powerful spot treatment and stain removal, use a sponge or cloth to rub full-strength Original Pine-Sol® into the stain, grease spot or dirt mark. Wash according to the garment's care label, either in your washing machine or by hand.
Q: Will Pine-Sol® Cleaner get greasy work clothes clean? A: Yes, it is very effective at removing grease and heavy soils from your laundry. Simply rub it full-strength on grease spots or heavily soiled areas before washing. For extra cleaning and deodorizing power, you can also add 125 ml (½ cup) to the wash load.
According to Pine-Sol, you should refrain from using undiluted Pine-Sol on metal surfaces, such as copper or aluminum.
Pine Sol, one of the most widely used pine oil cleaners, contains 8% to 12% pine oil, 3% to 7% alkyl alcohol ethoxylates, 1% to 5% isopropanol, and 1% to 5% sodium petroleum sulfonate in its “Original” formulation19; other cleaners branded as Pine Sol contain no pine oil.
Pine-Sol vs Bleach
Bleach is great at disinfecting and whitening toilets, tubs, clothes, and sinks. On the other hand, Pine-Sol is used to break down grease and clean household floors. Still, each of these products should be used separately. That way, the fumes produced do not react to create toxic chlorine gas.
What is this? Pine-Sol is more acidic than Fabuloso, which gives it an advantage in breaking down stubborn stains and complex messes caused by grease. Pine-Sol Original is the only liquid cleaning solution that disinfects.
You could spend big bucks on different cleaners for your furniture, toilet, floors, counters and appliances. With Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner, you only need one cleaner to fight dirt, grime and grease, and deodorize all of these surfaces throughout your home. Easy for you, and easy on your wallet.
Some of the problems that can be caused by inhaling Pine SOL
However, the most common health problems are listed below: Irritation of the mucous membrane. Nausea and headache. Loss of consciousness.
Safety. Pine oil has a relatively low human toxicity level, a low corrosion level and limited persistence; however, it irritates the skin and mucous membranes and has been known to cause breathing problems. Large doses may cause central nervous system depression.
“Fill up the sink with hot water & a cap full of your favorite Pine Sol floor cleaner. Add 2 tbsp of vinegar & use to clean any type of floor. I use this method on my hardwood floors to get a clean, smooth & shiny surface!”
In a spray bottle, create a 50/50 mixture of Pine-Sol® and water. If you are not sure if your fabric is colorfast, test in an inconspicuous area first. Spray lightly over your cushions. For heavily soiled cushions, leave mixture to soak for 10-15 minutes.
Laundry. Pine gel is so versatile that it can even be used to clean your laundry. If you're ever struggling to get rid of tough stains on your clothing, use a mixture of pine gel and water to get rid of them quickly and easily.
Pine-Sol® Cleaners are concentrated formulas that you can dilute for most jobs. For general cleaning, a 24 oz. bottle gives you 12 gallons of cleaning power! Add water to the formula yourself and save.
Add 3 -6 ounces of Pine Oil to a mop bucket with 2.5 gallons of warm clean water. Use a clean mop to apply solution to flooring. Pine Oil is safe on all types of floors and will not remove wax or acrylic finishes. Mop floor allowing solution to penetrate scuff marks, food soil, or stains.
Steps For An Expert Clean
Add ½ cup of Pine-Sol® to the water. Dip a sponge or scrubber into the bathtub and wipe down the tub and faucets. For cleaning stubborn rings around the bathtub, drain the water and apply full-strength Pine-Sol® directly. Scrub down with a scrubbing brush and rinse with water.
Lysol can be hard to find online and in-stores, but Pine-Sol seems to still be available at most retailers. Compared to Lysol, Pine-Sol has a longer contact time (Lysol's ranges from 2 minutes to 5 minutes) but will still effectively help you to limit your contact with the virus.
Pine Sol is good for cleaning hardwood floors but only if they are finished or sealed with a protective coat. It's safe to use even on engineered wood floors but can cause damage if the floor is worn out, oiled, or waxed. Rinse well when cleaning with Pine Sol to prevent leaving residue on the floor.
First of all, the only hazardous ingredient listed on the Pine Sol MSDS is alkyl alcohol ethoxylates. These belong to a group of chemicals called "aromatic hydrocarbons" which are petrochemicals with strong, pungent, odors. The only health hazard listed on the MSDS is that it is an irritant.
Distilled Vinegar
Common household white vinegar is an effective cleaning substitute for Pine-Sol. Vinegar is nontoxic and since it is acidic, also dissolves stains on hard surfaces. Also, priced at just a few dollars a gallon, vinegar is less expensive than Pine-Sol.
Or for everyday mess control, keep the Pine-Sol® mixture in a spray bottle for quick cleaning spritzes. Scrub crevices in counters with grout with an old toothbrush. Scrub stubborn messes or stains with full strength Pine-Sol®, using plastic scrubbing pad or cloth. Finish by rinsing with water.
Like other disinfectants, pine oil and water are not effective cleaners and can damage floor finishes by softening and even removing them.
And, yes, there is pine essential oil in Pine-Sol.