HOUSEHOLD AND OFFICE
USES
Mist Mix: Windows, mirrors, appliances, chandeliers, dusting furniture,
chrome, stainless steel, silverware, copper, brass, or anything you want to
shine (for grooved surfaces spray on That Orange
StuffTM then sprinkle on baking soda
and agitate with small brush).
Light
Mix: Walls, floors, countertops,
cupboards, silk plants, etc. (may need stronger mix for heavily soiled
areas).
General
Mix: Sinks, tubs, showers, toilet seats,
greasy stove top, range hood and filter, venetian blinds, carpets, fabric,
upholstery, vinyl, etc. (for stains on arborite and tough cleaning jobs,
sprinkle with baking soda and use nylon scouring pad with General That Orange StuffTM
mix).
Strong Mix: Ovens and carpet stains (detailed instructions below), fireplace
windows, barbecues, rust, paint brushes and rollers,stains on clothing (pre-soak
if necessary).
Ovens: Warm oven, turn
off and spray with Strong That Orange StuffTM mix. Allow time to emulsify. If
necessary agitate with nylon scouring pad and baking soda. Soak oven
racks in tub with 1 - 2 tablespoons of That Orange
StuffTM.
Carpet Stains: Spray on
General That Orange StuffTM mix, work into stain and let
sit. Spray with water and wipe off with rough terry towel in dabbing
circular motion. If necessary reapply with Strong mix or
Straight. Rinse thoroughly with clear water.
STRAIGHT **: Gum, glue,
price tag and tape residue, decals, permanent felt marker, tar, tree sap, blood
stains, candle & crayon wax, scuff marks, rubber on running
shoes. Use 1 teaspoon in toilet bowl (mix into water, let sit for 15
minutes, then scrub), unclog drains (pour into drain, allow to sit, then flush
with hot water). Raw wood, apply to cloth and rub in. Test
inconspicuous area first.
** Use caution when working
with Straight That Orange StuffTM, especially on plastics, fiberglass or
Plexiglas. Share That Orange StuffTM with friends in a glass bottle, not
plastic.
Laundry: Pre-spray or soak with General or Strong mix. For extra
tough stains spray on Straight, work into stain, add water, scrub and
rinse. Reapply if necessary. Add 1 - 2 Tablespoons of
Straight That Orange StuffTM to wash cycle to cut through grime, whiten
whites and remove odors.
INDUSTRIAL USES
GENERAL
Degreaser for
shops, floors, work benches, tools, mechanical repairs, machinery. (General to
Strong mix)
Wash large equipment and trucks. (Strong Mix)
Cleans up tar,
asphalt, heavy crude oil, etc. (Strong Mix or Straight)
Loosen rusted bolts.
(Straight)
Remove unwanted paint stains (Straight) & clean brushes,
rollers, etc. (Strong)
CLEANER FOR
CONCRETE
D-limonene will usually clean graffiti
(including effectively replacing xylene in graffiti removers) off concrete
because of its ability to remove paint. Strong enamels and epoxy
paints will not usually be removed. State highway departments use
d-limonene to remove asphalt and tar from cement bridges. D-limonene
is not effective in other applications more suited for tile cleaners, toilet
bowl cleaners, or areas where metal stains and mildew removal are
necessary. D-limonene is not effective to clean concrete from trucks
(a job more suited for acids).
RELEASE
AGENT
D-limonene can be used at various levels
for a release agent that is sprayed on the beds of asphalt trucks before picking
up their loads to facilitate easy unloading. In the release agent
application, d-limonene may be a good replacement for diesel fuels commonly used
in this application that are less suited to be dumped on the
ground. Since d-limonene will not readily freeze (-142º F freezing
point), the product lends itself to underground storage through cold
winters.
PARTS WASHERS AND DIP
BATHS
D-limonene
concentrates (e.g. 95% d-limonene and 5% emulsifier) work well in closed
automatic parts wash machines. The machines will dilute the
concentrate automatically according to the quantity of water used in the wash
cycle. Water-based concentrates do not work as well in this
application because of a tendency to generate too much foam. Formulas
should contain low foam or no foam surfactants (d-limonene by itself depresses
foam). An important caution - hot soak tanks in areas of inadequate
ventilation may cause workers to become nauseated by vapors and cause flashpoint
concerns with concentrated fumes. Effluent from washer systems
usually goes to holding tanks where local regulators can decide what can go down
the drain and what should be hauled away for proper
disposal.
STRAIGHT SOLVENT
REPLACEMENT
D-limonene is a great solvent to
directly replace the toxic solvent components in existing solvent
blends. One example is the 1:1 substitution of d-limonene in the
place of xylene or 111 tri-chlor in blends with other inexpensive solvents to
make up the balance (mineral spirits, isopropyl alcohol, butyl cellosolve,
etc). So long as no water is present, re-formulating may not be
necessary in a strictly solvent-based system.
GENERAL PURPOSE CLEANERS
Aqueous
systems incorporating d-limonene, surfactants, and water are especially popular
for economic and environmental benefits. Levels of 3%-7% d-limonene
with surfactants (nonylphenols like NP9, ethoxylated amines) are common for
all-purpose cleaners. Generally these formulas take a 2:1 ratio to
emulsify d-limonene at these levels (e.g. 10% d-limonene, 5% surfactants,
balance water). The addition of EDTA (chelates) to tie up metals, and
phosphates (builders) such as STPP, TKPP, and metasilicates will contribute to
the balance of the emulsion and probably significantly improve the overall
effectiveness of cleaner. These various ingredients can be adjusted
to raise the PH to the desired level and improve chances of creating a stable
"non-separating" formula. The 3%-7% d-limonene level is effective on
heavy grease, oil, carbon and road film. It is an excellent whitewall
tire cleaner in the concentrate form.
SPOT
AND STAIN
REMOVERS
The trick to successful spot and stain removal is to first evaluate
the type of stain and then select the correct cleaning
agent. D-limonene concentrates (95% d-limonene, 5% emulsifier) can
effectively remove ink, oil, grease, paint, tar, bubble gum, and
asphalt. Bloodstains, on the other hand, may require enzyme
products. Rust, coffee and tea stains probably require low
concentrations of mild acids (citric or phosphoric acid at
3-5%).
HAND CLEANERS
D-limonene is very effective removing almost any soil including ink,
paint, grease, and tar. Solvent-based hand cleaners usually contain
approximately 30% solvent. At 10%, d-limonene will out-perform most
other solvent hand cleaners. Also 10% level keeps cost competitive
with traditional solvent-based systems. Generally, formulas require
an equal percentage of surfactants to produce stable gel or lotion
products. The addition of low levels of lanolin, jojoba oil,
glycerin, or petrolatum reduces skin irritation associated with prolonged skin
contact with d-limonene. Many types of grit (gentle abrasives)
besides pumice are sometimes added to heavy-duty d-limonene hand cleaners,
including polyethylene beads and corn-cob grit.
AUTOMOTIVE USES
Interior - Carpets,
upholstery, vinyl, windows and mirrors. (see Household Uses)
Exterior - Removes tar, oil, bugs,
tree sap, and oxidation. White walls will look like new. (Strong mix
or Straight)
Motors and parts - Degreases and cleans. (Strong mix)
PETS AND LIVESTOCK
General
Cleans saddles,
horse blankets, stock trailers and all related equipment.
Variety of uses in
hog, dairy, poultry and horse industry - cleaning tattoo equipment, manure,
controls fighting among hogs, general barn cleaning, etc. (General to Strong
mix)
Cleans pets and livestock. (Light mix)
May assist in fostering baby
animals. If possible, place mother and baby in small
pen. Spray both animals and the pen (General mix). Leave
confined until well settled.
Safe to use on plants. (Mist mix)
Discourages
pecking among poultry. (General mix)
Birds
1 oz. per gallon spray
--
Feather picking of one's self,
mates, siblings, and cage
mates.
Spray bird daily to keep
down dander.
Acts as an anti fungal
for legs and feet.
Spray
surrounding area of cage or perch to deter from chewing.
2 oz. per gallon
spray --
Bird cage and perch
cleaner. Spray on soiled areas, let emulsify for a few minutes and
wipe clean.
Removes hard water
stains from plastic, ceramic and stainless steel
bowls.
Spray legs of cage or stand
well to prevent insects and ants from climbing up for
food.
Spray as air freshener and
lower the presence of air born spores.
Dogs
1 oz. per gallon
spray --
Controls odor &
unmats fur. Spray or
dip.
Clean Kennels and crates to
kill fungus & mildew.
Spray on
real or silk plants to retard pets habit of
chewing.
May be sprayed on pet
directly as device to stop chronic
chewing.
Bath or rinse to remove
skunk or other odors.
Degreaser for
oil, tar, paint, gum etc. Excellent for "cocker" ears.
Horses
Fly Spray --
In one quart of water add 1/2 cup mineral
oil, 1/2 cup vinegar, and a tablespoon That Orange
StuffTM. Allow enough time
for the That Orange StuffTM to emulsify into the mixture, about 1/2
hour. Shake well before spraying.
1oz. per gallon spray
--
Hoof
cleaner. Helps retard the feet from collecting dirt and
stones.
Soak feet to draw out
soreness and will kill thrush.
May
assist in fostering foals. Spray mother, baby and
pen. Leave confined until well settled.
2 oz. per gallon spray
--
Effective tack and harness
cleaner. Will not stiffen
leather.
Cleans manure hard pack
from trailer and barn.
Spray
fencing to prevent cribbing and chewing. Gardens and fruit trees
too!
Spray feed room and hay barn
ground perimeters as rodent repellant. Will prevent mice and rats
from coming into area.
Cleans scum
from water buckets.