Simple Green's septic tank treatment pods help prevent costly septic overflows and backups* by continuously breaking down household waste. Regular monthly use of Septic Guardian will help keep your tank's bacteria population consistent, and your septic system flowing like it should.
Ready-To-Use Simple Green is both phosphate-free and septic safe. It doesn't require mixing.It safely cleans tough soils like cooking grease, dirt, food soils, pet soils,oil, soot, and more!
Only EPA Safer Choice Direct Release-designated Simple Green Oxy Solve products can be disposed of in a storm drain. The Clean Water Act of 1995 protects surface and ground water quality by forbidding any foreign material from being put down storm drains. Do not dispose of degreasing rinsates into or near storm drains.
Restrictions on Use: Do not use on non-rinsable surfaces. This product is not classified as hazardous under 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standards (29 CFR 1910.1200). Inhalation: Not expected to cause respiratory irritation. If adverse effect occurs, move to fresh air.
Foaming, solid, and crystal drain cleaners can damage the system and shouldn't be used. Use septic-safe liquid drain cleaner sparingly to avoid causing damage to the system. Try using non-chemical methods like a pipe snake to unclog persistent drain problems safely.
A: Yes it is. I have used Dawn ever since it first came out and have never had one septic issue and I use Dawn for cleaning and spot cleaning a lot of stuff. Also, it's safe to use in animals and birds who wind up getting covered in petroleum so you should feel comfortable using it as well.
Only flush human waste and toilet paper down the toilet. Never flush these items down the toilet because they could clog your septic system and cause a failure: Cooking grease or oil. Non-flushable wipes, such as baby wipes or other wet wipes.
Simple Green contains 2-butoxyethanol, which is known to damage red blood cells and cause irritation to the skin and eyes. Simple Green is labeled as an all purpose cleaner. It's also labeled as non-toxic and biodegradable, but the 2-butoxyethanol solvent makes it dangerous.
Warnings & Directions
Precautions: Avoid eye contact. Responsible Use: Do not dispose of degreasing rinseates into or near storm drains, oceans, lakes or streams. First Aid Treatment: In case of eye contact, flush well with water. If swallowed, drink a glass of water and contact a physician.
Simple Green is non-abrasive and non-corrosive, making it safe for use on a wide range of surfaces. It also carries the U.S. EPA Safer Choice label, ensuring that it works well, is effective, and is safer for people and the planet.
Apply solution. Leave on heavy soils for 1-2 minutes. Scrub if needed. Rinse or damp-wipe with clean water.
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner removes food residue, dirt, and more without degrading or discoloring plastic or removing paint. The clean-rinsing formula* cleans sticky plastic toys without leaving behind a residue that could cause skin irritation.
*Dispose of used or unused product, and empty containers in accordance with the local, State, Provincial, and Federal regulations for your location. Never dispose of used degreasing rinsates into lakes, streams, and open bodies of water or storm drains.
Product Details. Simple Green Bathroom Cleaner is specially formulated to effectively dissolve and remove lime scale, soap scum, and water mineral deposits from: sinks, toilets, tubs, ceramic tile, shower and faucet fixtures, glass shower doors, chrome and stainless steel.
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner streamlines the widely unpopular toilet cleaning process, and doesn't contain the harsh chemicals commonly found in other products. Simple Green also deodorizes, so you can remove stubborn stains and leave your bathroom smelling clean and fresh at the same time.
Flush 1/4 oz of yeast down the toilet every month to naturally boost bacteria. Or, push 3 to 4 rotten tomatoes down the garbage disposal every 4 months. Use natural cleaning products and natural soap to avoid killing the good bacteria in your septic tank.
May 2020: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Sunshine Makers for allegedly falsely advertising Simple Green cleaning products – including the All-Purpose Cleaner, Oxy Solve Total Outdoor Cleaner, Multi-Purpose Foaming Cleaner, and others – as having a “Non-Toxic” formula that is not harmful to humans, animals, or ...
SIMPLE GREEN® is safe for use on skin and will not cause irritation in the majority of users. Avoid contact with eyes, irritation may result. Wear splash goggles or full face-shield and have eye washing equipment available in areas where potential is high for eye contact.
Simple Green is Non-Toxic and Biodegradable
Simple Green products are also safe for both the environment and pets because they are non-toxic and biodegradable. Clean Conscience, Dog Friendly Magazine, and Green Cleaning Magazine endorsed Simple Green as an environmentally friendly product.
Trisodium phosphate (TSP) is widely used to clean oil off driveways. It is strongly alkaline, so it will not harm your concrete, but it could cause skin irritation and even burns. TSP is also very bad for the environment.
Ingredients. The manufacturer's Ingredient Disclosure list for Simple Green® All-Purpose Cleaner includes methylchloroisothiazolinone and methylisothiazolinone.
Naturally occurring bacteria inside your septic tank work to dissolve and consume the solid waste. This is the good bacteria you need to help keep your septic tank system working properly. The liquid in your tank then drains through small holes in the pipes into your drain field.
Baking soda and vinegar are safe and effective cleaners for your household drains and, best yet, they are 100% safe for your septic tank and drain field. Bleach and ammonia-based cleaners (i.e. most of the cleaning aisle at the big-box stores) can be harmful to the good bacteria in your septic tank.
Vinegar is safe and milder than caustic cleaners designed for the toilet, and those commercial cleaning agents can eat away the good bacteria in your septic system. To safely and inexpensively clean your toilet bowls, pour a generous glug of vinegar, followed by a heavy sprinkling of baking soda, into the bowl.