pH value

The pH value is one of the most important factors for the evaluation of cleaning products and their areas of application. It is specified from 0 (extremely acidic), 7 (neutral) to 14 (highly alkaline).

At a pH  lower than 7, substances are called acids. The lower the value, the stronger the acid. Acidic products can be used to remove lime, urine scale or rust, for example.

Substances with a pH value greater than 7,are called alkalis. Alkalis are substances that form alkaline solutions (alkalis) in combination with water. The higher the value, the more corrosive they appear. Alkaline products can be used to dissolve fats, proteins, paints or adhesives, for example.

The pH value of the cleaning product is decisive for the successful removal of dirt and other impurities.

The pH value is also decisive for the compatibility of the material to be cleaned. For example, linoleum coverings do not tolerate strong
alkaline , marble floors (surfaces containing lime) not acidic. A damage of the material would otherwise inevitably be the
consequence.