Industrial Cleaning Supplies: Why They Are Preferred Over Household Cleaners

Not all cleaning products are created equal. There are important and notable differences between industrial and household cleaning products – in terms of the properties of these products and in terms of how they are manufactured. They are created differently because of the scale of the spaces they are handling.

 For example, imagine a scenario where your house somehow became much larger, large enough to hold four thousand people. All of these people are using your kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms. Now imagine how ineffective it would be to use your little spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner to clean up after so many people in this large of a space. You would need dozens of bottles of cleaner a week. You would also be cleaning less effectively and exposing your employees and guests to significantly more harmful chemicals. Thankfully, there’s a solution for this: industrial cleaning supplies. 

However, many office buildings, hotels, supermarkets, shops, restaurants, bars and hospitals are still operating under this antiquated system. It’s time for a change. 

Knowing where and how you will use your cleaning chemicals is crucial to understanding what needs to go into the manufacturing process—especially if you are looking to contract out that manufacturing.

What’s the Difference Between Industrial and Household Cleaners

The three main differences between these types of chemical cleaning products are size, cost and strength.

1. Size:

   Industrial cleaning products are typically sold in larger quantities and sizes, such as buckets, while household cleaning products are usually packaged in small spray bottles.

2. Cost:

   Industrial cleaning products are often more expensive than regular household cleaners because of the types of messes they are for and may not be readily available in typical retail stores, making them less convenient to obtain. The average grocery store customer doesn’t need an industrial-grade cleaning agent, so these are supplied by specialty stores.

3. Strength:

   Industrial cleaning products are designed for heavy-duty cleaning, such as removing grease or grime from machinery or large surfaces. For most janitorial and household cleaning, milder and more appropriate cleaning agents will get the job done effectively without the need for industrial-strength chemicals.

4. Regulations:

Industrial cleaners must comply with OSHA standards. These include using materials that can be used safely at the frequency with which industrial cleaners are used, as well as proper labeling of said cleaners. By contrast, OSHA does not place regulations on household cleaners. Therefore, there are fewer rules about how they should be manufactured for safe use and storage.

 

At Balfurd, our cleaning supplies effectively kill germs and disinfect your spaces to keep them clean. Our products are not only strong and effective but also safe and low toxicity. Opt for a more effective way of cleaning and contact us about how we can help you keep your business clean.