People have been using chlorine bleach in their laundries since the end of the 18th century.
While these products work very well in whitening clothes, chlorine bleaches do have a negative effect
upon the environment because of their chemistry. Care must be taken in using chlorine bleach as it is
toxic to humans, animals, and plants.* Also, we all have experienced destroying a colored article of
clothing because chlorine bleach was accidentally spilled on it.
Tropical Traditions Oxygen Bleach
is a safe and effective alternative to chlorine based products and it can be used in many applications
in and around the home. It is based on sodium percarbonate which uses oxygen for destaining and
deodorizing. Oxygen Bleach is safe to use at all temperatures, on most washable fabrics, and all colors,
in hard or soft water, and is compatible with other household cleaners. Also, it produces no harmful
by-products which negatively affect the environment. Unlike chlorine bleach, which can merely cover up a
stain, Tropical Traditions Oxygen Bleach attacks and breaks down organic stains to totally remove
them from the garment.
Uses and Instructions
Laundry
In the laundry Oxygen Bleach is used to destain, deodorize, and whiten. It is very effective
as a laundry presoak for heavily stained articles. For light soils add 1 ounce of
Oxygen Bleach with your
laundry detergent per load. For moderate soils use 2 ounces and for heavily soiled articles
use 4 ounces.
To whiten and deodorize diapers add 4-6 ounces of Oxygen Bleach into the soak cycle. Soak in
hot water for at least 30 minutes, or overnight, then complete wash cycle.
For whitening old linens and yellowed window shears, deodorizing and cleaning tennis shoes, or to
get rid of yellow armpit stains on shirts: soak in 2 ounces of Oxygen Bleach
per gallon of water for at least one hour, or overnight, then rinse.
Kitchen
For stained plastic ware, dishes, dish rags and dish towels add 1-2 ounces of Oxygen Bleach
to the container to be cleaned or to the dishwater and soak for at least 15 minutes.
To keep your drains and disposals clear and smelling fresh add 1 ounce of Oxygen Bleach in 8
ounces of hot water and allow solution to sit in drain overnight.
Bathroom
For septic systems add 4 ounces of Oxygen Bleach to toilet and flush into the septic system
twice a week.
For toilets add 3 ounces of Oxygen Bleach, wait 15 minutes then scrub.
For shower curtains soak in one ounce of Oxygen Bleach
per gallon of hot water; for mildew stains soak overnight.
For bathtub and shower use make a paste of Oxygen Bleach
with hot water, scrub with a cloth or sponge, wait 15 minutes then rinse or use.
Yard
For deodorizing garbage cans add 1/2 ounce of Oxygen Bleach per gallon of water and let soak.
For lawn furniture add 2 ounces of Oxygen Bleach to hot water, scrub, wait 15 minutes, then
rinse.
For all weather carpeting add 4 ounces of Oxygen Bleach
to a gallon of warm water scrub with a stiff broom, wait 20 minutes then rinse.
Household
To destain and deodorize carpets add one ounce of Oxygen Bleach per gallon of carpet shampoo
prior to cleaning.
To remove mold and mildew from carpeting add 2-4 ounces of
Oxygen Bleach
per gallon of hot water, apply generously to stain, wait 10 minutes, then vacuum with extractor.
For acoustic tiles add 6 ounces of Oxygen Bleach per gallon of hot water, spray on tiles,
wait 15 minutes then rinse.
For mops add 3 ounces of
Oxygen Bleach to a gallon of hot water, soak overnight then rinse.
For mildew removal or to clean baseboards or basement floors after water damage from flooding add 4
ounces of Oxygen Bleach to a gallon of hot water, scrub surface, wait 30 minutes then rinse.
Oxygen Bleach is safe for use in a closed environment.
To clean and deodorize cat litter boxes soak them in 3 ounces of Oxygen Bleach
per gallon of water for 20 minutes then rinse.
For urine, feces, or vomit stains on carpets or upholstery, add one teaspoon of
Oxygen Bleach to 8 ounces of water, wipe onto stain, wait 10 minutes then rinse.
Camping
To clean and deodorize coolers add 2 ounces of Oxygen Bleach per gallon of hot water, soak
for 20 minutes, then rinse.
For boat sails, cushions, ropes, camping gear, tents, tarps, etc. add 4 of
Oxygen Bleach ounces per gallon of hot water soak for 30 minutes then rinse.
Wood Decks
Oxygen Bleach is excellent for cleaning and restoring wood decks. It removes organic stains
from leaf stains to BBQ grease, removes mold and mildew as well as sun faded and discolored wood layers.
Makes your deck look almost new!!! It doesn’t harm your plants, grass, or landscaping in any way!
To clean your deck first remove any loose soils or other matter. Dissolve 6 ounces of Oxygen
Bleach Destainer and Deodorizer in a gallon of hot water (generally takes about 5 minutes). Apply to
wet deck.
For railings a hand pump sprayer does a really excellent job. Wait 10-15 minutes. Scrub with a stiff
broom or brush, then rinse. Oxygen Bleach is not suitable for use with silk or wool.
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*This product has been proven through past use to be safe for sufferers of allergies,
asthma, and MCS. However, because each person’s condition is unique, Tropical Traditions cannot be responsible
for any adverse reactions to this product.
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