The composition of cleaning substances with abrasives includes the actual cleaning components and abrasives, solid particles of silica sand, sodium bicarbonate, borax, and other fillers. Such cleaners make it easier to clean especially dirty places in the kitchen and bathroom, on dishes and plumbing. The main disadvantage of abrasive cleaners is the possible appearance of scratches on the surface being cleaned.
What abrasive cleaners consist of
Abrasive cleaners come in the form of powders and pastes, sometimes in suspension. They usually contain surface-active substances (surfactants), sodium metasilicate, soda ash, sodium tripolyphosphate and disinfectants with or without chlorine. Aromatized with various fragrances. As abrasives, carefully ground powders of sand, pumice, chalk, and borax are introduced.
The most mild abrasive in the form of a pumice stone is usually introduced into the paste-like abrasive cleaners. In addition to the above substances, water, glycerin or ethylene glycol are added to pastes. The latter do not allow the paste to dry quickly and soften the skin of the hands after exposure to chemical components.
The main disadvantage of detergents with abrasives is the possibility of scratches on the surface being cleaned. Porcelain and enamel may become dull, and polishing may be damaged on stainless steel surfaces. It is better to refrain from intensive abrasive cleaning of fiberglass, laminated and even marble surfaces. Therefore, it is better to start cleaning contaminated areas using milder products, then try a tool with a mild abrasive.
