Abstract: A composition useful for removal of organic deposits from a ceramic, glass, plastic, or metal substrate, and a method of use thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the invention pertains to a composition for cleaning an organically fouled smoking apparatus such as a pipe, a cigarette holder, or a water pipe, and to a process whereby the smoking apparatus is cleaned and disinfected.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a powder composition and to a method for polishing stone, in particular granite, said method making use of said powder composition.

Abstract: A cleaning tool for cleaning the walls of a swimming pool or other concrete structures. Two different sized aggregate or abrasives are combined with a binder to provide an improved cleaning device. The binder and the aggregates are matched so as to wear at substantially identical rates.

Abstract: An improvement is described in all purpose liquid cleaning composition which are especially effective in the removal of oily and greasy soil containing a nonionic surfactant, a liquid crystal suppression additive and water.

Abstract: Aqueous concentrated liquid hard surface cleaning compositions which bloom when added to a larger volume of water which comprises the following constituents: botanical oil constituent; at least one botanical oil solubilizing surfactant which is preferably an amine oxide surfactant; an alkyl diphenyl solvent constituent; a binary solvent system which includes at least one organic alcohol constituent and at least one glycol solvent constituent; optionally but desirably a polyoxycarboxylate constituent; optionally but desirably an effective amount of a chelating agent which includes at least one non-ionized acetate group, most preferably a mono-, di- or tri- alkali or alkaline ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid; optionally but desirably at least one optional constituent selected from: chelating agents, coloring agents, light stabilizers, fragrances, thickening agents, hydrotropes, pH adjusting agents, pH buffers one or more detersive surfactant constituents particularly non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants,

Abstract: A method for removing a stain from a surface of a structure which includes the steps of spraying an aggregating agent comprising a cationic linear organic polymer onto the surface of such structure having a stain produced thereon, dissociating the stain particles by use of Coulomb force f generated between the stain particles and the aggregating agent, displacing slightly the stain particles along the surface of the structure to cause peeling thereof from the surface to be cleaned, and simultaneously, aggregating the same for cleaning. Another embodiment includes maintaining water permeability of a road by easily eliminating a stain adhering to the surfaces of granular aggregate particles forming a drainage-type pavement layer of a road without the use of various mechanical tools.

Abstract: Aqueous concentrated liquid hard surface cleaning compositions which bloom when added to a larger volume of water which comprises the following constituents:botanical oil constituent;at least one botanical oil solubilizing surfactant which is preferably an amine oxide surfactant;a binary solvent system which includes at least one organic alcohol constituent and at least one glycol solvent constituent;optionally but desirably a polyoxycarboxylate constituent;optionally but desirably an effective amount of a chelating agent which includes at least one non-ionized acetate group, most preferably a mono-, di- or tri- alkali or alkaline ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid;optionally but desirably at least one optional constituent selected from: chelating agents, coloring agents, light stabilizers, fragrances, thickening agents, hydrotropes, pH adjusting agents, pH buffers one or more detersive surfactant constituents particularly non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, as well as others known the art.

Abstract: A multipurpose scale removal compound having a nonyl phenol ethoxylate with 10 moles of ethylene oxide at 0.85% of a total weight of the compound, hydrofluoric acid at 0.85% of the total weight of the compound, and softened water at 98.3% of the total weight of the compound. This multipurpose scale removal compound is formed by filling a reactor with 160 liters of softened water, adding 20 kilograms of hydrofluoric acid to the water in the first reactor, agitating the hydrofluoric acid and water in the first reactor, adding 20 kilograms of nonyl phenol ethoxylate with 10 moles of ethylene oxide to the first reactor, agitating the nonyl phenol ethoxylate, the ethylene oxide and the agitated hydrofluoric acid and water in the first reactor so as to obtain a uniform solution, adding 182.9 liters of softened water and 17.1 kilograms of the uniform solution to a second reactor, and agitating the softened water and uniform solution in the second reactor so as to obtain a uniform mixture.

Abstract: A cleaning composition for delicate surfaces, such as marble or lacquered surfaces, comprises from 5% to 85% surfactant, 0.1% to 20% of an organic polycarboxylate builder, and an effective amount of positive divalent ions to saturate the builder. The highest LogKa of the organic polycarboxylate builder, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength, is between 3 and 8; the sum of the LogKCa+LogKMg, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength, is higher than 4; and LogKCa=LogKMg.+-.2 units, measured at 25.degree. C./0.1M ionic strength. A method of cleaning a delicate surface, such as marble or lacquered surfaces, comprises contacting the surface with an effective amount of the present composition to clean the surface, and optionally rinsing the composition from the surface.

Abstract: It has long been the practice to clean monuments and memorials, in fact, any stone surface through the use of harsh chemicals or physical removal systems, such as sand blasting. A compound containing ammonium fluoride (NH4F), ammonium bifluoride (NH4F.HF), denatured alcohol (CH2H60) and water is mixed in an aqueous solution for use as a cleaning agent for all stone products and structures. A method of cleaning the stone items is also disclosed.

Abstract: Cleaning compositions are disclosed that economically and effectively remove a variety of marking materials from many coated or uncoated substrate surfaces. The compositions contain a terpene compound, a pyrrolidone compound, an emulsifying surfactant, and water, the compositions being in the form of a microemulsion. Also disclosed are methods of cleaning marked surfaces with the microemulsion compositions.

Abstract: This invention provides graffiti removers for removing permanent ink stains from painted surfaces. This graffiti removers include an active solvent for dissolving the stains, which are organic in nature, an optional secondary solvent for concentrated attack on the stain without being adversely affected by dilution with water, an emollient for maintaining a uniform dispersion of particulates in the remover and on the graffiti-stained painted surfaces, and an amorphous, particulate, mildly abrasive filler for imbiding the solvents, the filler being selected to permit the slow release of the active solvent.

Abstract: An improvement is described in all purpose liquid cleaning composition which are especially effective in the removal of oily and greasy soil containing a nonionic surfactant, a liquid crystal suppression additive and water.

Abstract: An improvement is described in all purpose liquid cleaning composition which are especially effective in the removal of oily and greasy soil containing a nonionic surfactant, a liquid crystal suppression additive and water.

Abstract: A composition and method for cleaning concrete and asphalt surfaces from oil and grease stains includes a combination of various constituents, namely baking soda, calcium carbonate, crushed corn, detergent, fly ash, portland cement and/or kiln dust. Other compositions also include quartz sand, ground corn cobs, microorganisms and coloring agents. The method involves contact of the present formulation with concrete/asphalt surfaces, preferably administered in lines spanning the dimensions of the oil stain to be cleaned. The material is swept over the oil stain with a broom or other suitable device to achieve a relatively uniform application. Water is applied to dampen the formulation, thus activating the detergent in the formulation and to hold down dust during the cleaning operation. The formulation rests on the surface for a sufficient amount of time to permit the detergents and other agents to dissolve and/or otherwise dissipate the oil stain.

Abstract: A foamed glass article for preparing surfaces, the use therefor, and a method of making same are provided. The foamed glass article is in the form of a block, disk or similar product, and is used for preparing surfaces such as by sanding, rubbing and scraping the same to clean, abrade, polish, smooth, or the like such a surface. The foamed glass article is formed from a starting mixture that comprised glass, 0.10-20% by weight of at least one non-carbon/sulfate based foaming agent, and optionally an additional abrasive material. A mixture of powdered glass and non-carbon/sulfate based foaming agent can be placed in a mold and heated so that the mixture sinters and subsequently foams. Thereafter, the foamed mixture is annealed.

Abstract: This invention provides graffiti removers for removing permanent ink stains from painted surfaces. The graffiti removers include an active solvent for dissolving the stains, which are organic in nature, an optional secondary solvent for concentrated attack on the stain without being adversely affected by dilution with water, an emollient for maintaining a uniform dispersion of particulates in the remover and on the graffiti-stained painted surfaces, and an amorphous, particulate, mildly abrasive filler for imbibing the solvents, the filler being selected to permit the slow release of the active solvent.

Abstract: The present invention is a powdered stain remover formulation which when mixed with water exhibits bleaching and stain discoloration properties together with the required detergency, and also exhibits mildewcide and bacteriocidal properties. The formulation includes calcium hypochlorite; a surfactant to promote detergency by emulsification, such as sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate and a polyacrylic acid salt, such as sodium polyacrylate, to further promote cleaning by chelation. The stain remover formulation is applied to the stained surface by spraying, rolling or brushing. In this manner, water stains, tobacco, soot, mold, mildew and other stains are readily removed from the desired surface, such as sprayed textured walls and ceilings, tiles, masonry, fiberglass and plastic furniture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations and methods for preventing surfaces of natural or mineral materials or cementitious products from becoming slippery, especially when wet. The formulations comprise a non-fluorine-containing acid; a fluorine-containing compound, hydrogen sulfate or acetic acid; and a surfactant. Also disclosed are novel cleaning agents.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition and method for maintaining the appearance of stone floor surfaces such as marble that avoids the need for use of oxalic acid. This is provided by a stone floor surface crystallizer composition comprising from about 12% to 25% of a silicofluoride crystallizing agent such as magnesium silicofluoride; from about 15% to 25% of at least one fatty acid containing from about 16 to 22 carbon atoms such as stearic acid or mixtures of palhitic, stearic and oleic acids; from about 25% to 45% of at least one particulate abrasive, more preferably, an aluminum oxide abrasive; from about 80% to 140%, based upon the stoichiometric amount of carboxyl groups present in the fatty acid of the composition, of at least one alkaline neutralizing agent for the fatty acid such as a volatile amine such as triethanolamine; from about 0.1% to 2%, of a silicone fluid such as polydimethylsiloxane fluid having a viscosity of from about 100 to 2000 centistokes (0.01 to 0.

Abstract: A floor stripper composition is provided, having a pH-value above 9.0, and comprising a soap, water and a glycine-N,N-diacetic acid compound, which is preferably methylglycine diacetic acid (MGDA). The diacetic acid is desirably in the form of a divalent metal complex thereof. A process is also provided for removing a zinc containing acrylate polymer film from a floor surface, wherein a floor stripper composition of the invention is applied. A good floor stripper performance could be obtained with this composition owing to its low foaming behaviour.

Abstract: An improvement is described in all purpose cleaning or microemulsion compositions more environmentally friendly, which is especially effective in the removal of oily and greasy soil and having an evidenced grease release effect, contains an anionic detergent, an alkoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a hydrocarbon ingredient, and water.

Abstract: The hard floor surface in common food preparation sites can have complex soils that are difficult to remove. Such floor can have two surface qualities. A first surface contains an array of quarry tile. The second surface contains a grid of grout lines surrounding the tile completing the surface. Each surface provides particular soil removal problems. We have found a unique product sequence, used in a method for cleaning hard surface or hard quarry tile floors, that is surprisingly effective in removing soil from both the floor tile surface and grout lines. The resulting clean floor surface maintains a clean quarry tile surface, a white new appearing grout line having no substantial build-up of soil residue. The floors obtain a clean, slip-free surface that is clean, sanitized, and has improved safety from slip and fall accidents.

Abstract: A buffer solution comprising one or more metal salts, preferably monobasic potassium phosphate and/or monosodium phosphate, dissolved in water creates a rinse having a pH near that of human skin. The buffer solution in various concentrations and compositions is adapted for routine use by professional and casual users of cement to rinse their skin and tools, as a spray-on application for skin and clothes, and as a pre-wash for laundry. The buffer solution may include other metal salts, preferably manganese sulfate, further to reduce hexavalent chromium carried into the rinse from cement. A pH color indicator such as phenolphthalein also may be included to signal when the buffer solution becomes ineffective from prolonged use.

Abstract: A one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment is provided. An alkaline-stable cleaning solution is mixed with an aqueous solution of alkali metal organosiliconates and applied to porous inorganic surfaces as a one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment. The mixture has been found to be stable and compatible. The one-step cleaning and water repellent treatment functions to simultaneously clean and protect porous inorganic surfaces and, thus, reduces the cost and time necessary to clean and protect such a surface.

Abstract: Hydroxamic acids and hydroxamic acid ethers I and II ##STR1## where Z.sup.1 and Z.sup.2 are --NH --OY, --NR.sup.1 --OY or --OX, where in the case of (I) at least one of Z.sup.1 or Z.sup.2, and in the case of (II) Z.sup.1 is --NH --OY or --NR.sup.1 --OY, andR.sup.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl,X is hydrogen, alkali metal, ammonium or substituted ammonium, andY is hydrogen, alkali metal, ammonium, substituted ammonium or C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 -alkyl, andL is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.100 linker which can also carry oxygen and nitrogen functional groups,with the exception of N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-2-aminoacetohydroxamic acid.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a cleaning mixture for use in cleaning concrete pads. The mixture consists of two components and each of the two components has two ingredients. The first ingredient of the first component consists of an OIL-DRI -type all purpose absorbent clay material while the second ingredient is a cat litter or an addapolgite-type clay. Both of the ingredients of the first component are of a granular material. The second component also has two ingredients, the first is a Kaolin-type clay and the second ingredient is a finely ground clay dust. The first component, when applied to the surface of a contaminated concrete, will loosen and break up the hardened oil or grease deposit while the ingredients of the second component, when applied to the concrete surface after the the residue of the first component has been removed will absorb the oil from the pores and crevices of the concrete and apply a whitening effect to the concrete and also will seal the pores and the crevices of the concrete.

Abstract: Cleaning compositions are disclosed that economically and effectively remove a variety of marking materials from many coated or uncoated substrate surfaces. The compositions contain a terpene compound, a pyrrolidone compound, an emulsifying surfactant, and water, the compositions being in the form of a microemulsion. Also disclosed are methods of cleaning marked surfaces with the microemulsion compositions.

Abstract: A method to remove the build-up of water-insoluble metal salts on surfaces, and a method to lower the solids content of industrial liquids that contain water-insoluble metal salts using urea hydrochloride or its equivalent. Also disclosed is a method to use urea hydrochloride or an equivalent strong acid/weak base salt as acid replacements for a variety of purposes.

Abstract: Limescale removing compositions contain a low level of surfactant, i.e., less than about 1% and maleic acid and have a pH of from about 0.1 to about 4.5. The surfactant can be anionic, nonionic, amphoteric, or cationic, but is preferably cationic. The composition can be used neat, or diluted, by applying it to the surface to be treated, leaving it to react, and then rinsing.

Abstract: A method for cleaning and slip-resistant treatment of a mineral floor surface including an untreated outer surface having an initial dynamic coefficient of friction is provided, The untreated outer surface has a residual film formed thereon which further includes bacterial contamination. The method comprises first forming a treatment solution comprising ammonium bifluoride, iodine, phosphoric acid, and water. Then, the treatment solution is applied to the untreated outer surface of the mineral floor surface wherein (a) the amount of residual film formed thereon is substantially reduced (b) the initial dynamic coefficient of friction is increased by at least about 10%, and (c) bacterial contamination on said untreated outer surface is substantially eliminated for at least about 24 hours.

Abstract: A biodegradable, acidic aqueous composition, with an anionic surfactant for the removal of rust, inorganic and organic deposits from a variety of surfaces. Said composition comprising Hydrochloric Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Anionic Surfactant, Perfume Oil, Dye and Water.

Abstract: A concentrated cleaning composition for cleaning outdoor painted/stained surfaces. The concentrated cleaning solution includes an aqueous chlorinated bleach solution, a surfactant, a phosphate and a silicate. The concentrated cleaning solution is diluted with water to form a diluted composition which is applied to the surfaces to be cleaned to effect loosening of soil. Thereafter, the loosened soil is removed by the mechanical action of a water spray.