Cleaning Products: The Major 4 DefinedUse this search feature to quickly find the information you’re looking for. Do you need an all-purpose or a disinfectant product? What's the best thing for scrubbing your tub? This simple guide to what products are designed to do will help clarify the housekeeping waters. 
1 All-purpose. These mild- to middle-strength products are effective on moderately soiled washable surfaces. These include cabinets, floors, stove tops, painted walls, countertops, and woodwork. 2 Bathtub, tile, and sink. These products remove soils commonly found on bathroom and kitchen surfaces, such as hard-water deposits, soap scum, rust stains, and mold and mildew growth. 3 Surface buffers. These contain more abrasive, stronger chemicals than those found in most household products. They're designed for heavy duty jobs, like stubborn stains and dried-on messes. Many contain chlorine bleach for disinfecting. (Use with care; they can scratch, fade or otherwise damage surfaces.) 4 Disinfectant. These and chlorine bleach are the only household products that will kill surface bacteria and viruses. In order for a product to have the word "disinfectant" on its label, it must meet U.S. government specifications for effectiveness in killing microorganisms. For more information on killing viruses, such as the H1N1 virus, check out effective strategies for obliterating flu viruses and household germs. Divvying Up Chores for Kids If you find this website useful, please consider helping with its production with a donation of $10. To say 'thank you' for your generosity, we will give you the info packed e-book for parents considering a family pet – and those who already have one – “Taming the Family Zoo”. Your e-book link will be sent to you with your donation receipt.
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