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.
“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!”
A: Yes. Original Pine-Sol® Multi-Surface Cleaner is registered with the EPA as a disinfectant when used as directed full strength. When used according to the instructions on the product, it kills 99.9% of germs and household bacteria on hard, nonporous surfaces.
Pine-Sol® is not recommended for use on marble, aluminum, or unsealed, waxed, oiled or visibly worn wood.
Use Pine-Sol to disinfect tools without making them rust. The product also cleans and disinfects walls, floors, appliances, storage containers and shelves. For best results when disinfecting, allow non-diluted Pine-Sol to sit on the surface for 10 minutes before washing away.
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.
Full strength Pine Sol is made with real pine scent, just like the commercials claim. The fragrance used is pine essential oil. Grease-cutting surfactants and powerful cleaning agents, water, isopropanol (an alcohol solvent with antibacterial properties) and xantham gum round out the ingredient list.
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.
Most people won't have any noticeable reaction to modern Pine SOL containing glycolic acid if it comes in contact with skin. In rarer cases, it can cause skin irritation. It is also quite safe in case you accidentally ingest it. Seek medical help if you start to experience an allergic reaction.
You can also use Pine-Sol® Original Squirt 'N Mop®. It's safe for wood and hard nonporous surfaces like ceramic and porcelain tiles, and also sealed granite. You can apply this product directly from the bottle over a 3' x 3' area and start mopping.
Mr. Clean antibacterial cleaner came in second. It was praised for being the best multi-surface cleaner for big jobs. Pine-Sol Original came in third place and was praised for its ability to remove grease, soap scum, and food stains.
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.
When used in the wash Pine-Sol helps deodorize, and soften clothing, towels, etc. It is also ideal for grease stains. You can rub it on the stain, and add it to the wash in general.
Mix a 1/2 cup pinesol with 2 cups of vinegar, & a 1/2 cup of water in a spray bottle. Spray surface with mixture. Spills immediately started to lift. I then sprinkle baking soda over the surface then a little dawn.
Add ½ cup of Original Pine-Sol® along with your regular detergent to boost a load of white or colorfast laundry.
Vinegar + Water is the safest combo for cleaning. If you're facing a tough spot while you mop, sprinkle a little bit of dry baking soda onto the area and scrub at it by hand. Undiluted vinegar will have some reactions to the baking soda, though not enough to cause an issue. Never add vinegar to your steam mop.
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.
Do not get In eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. For sensitive skin or prolonged use, wear gloves. Avoid contact with food.
Pine oil in modern Pine-Sol seems to be added for fragrance only, as the product still uses glycolic acid as the sole active ingredient.
They found the presence of this type of formaldehyde in popular brands Comet, Pine-Sol and Simple Green, among many others. The Organic Consumers Association recently published their review of the toxic chemicals in household cleaning supplies and the common health issues they cause.
No, It is NOT safe to boil Pine Sol! If you really like the smell, go into any Health Food Store & buy a tiny bottle of Pine Essential Oil. This will cost around $5. You can then add the Pure Pine essential oil to a pan of water & boil it, or put a drop on a light bulb for a scent that will last.
You can use Pine-Sol® cleaners on hard, nonporous surfaces, including floors, sinks, counters, stoves, bathtubs, shower stalls, tile and more!
While Pine-Sol is traditionally a hard-surface cleaning and disinfecting agent, it has a surprisingly wide range of uses throughout the house. It can help remove stubborn odors from many types of surfaces, including clothing, carpets, furniture, mattresses, paint, flooring and walls.
Adding 2 teaspoons of 100% tea tree oil is all you need to disinfect your laundry. A few drops of lavender oil act as an antibacterial element for your clothes and thyme oil has been known to kill E. coli and MRSA, so it will certainly remove any foul-smelling odors from your fabrics.