BASIC – H2
If it’s safe in water,
it’s safe in BASIC-H2
Phosphate Free Non-Polluting
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100% Organic Not a Soap Non-Toxic Non-Magnetic
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Biodegradable Not a Detergent Non-Irritating Non-Volatile
HOUSEHOLD USES
General Cleaning- ½ teaspoon in quart of water for woodwork, walls, ceilings.
Appliances and Bathroom Fixtures- ½ teaspoon in pint of water. Leaves refrigerator odor-free.
Windows, Mirrors, All Glass- 2 drops in 16 oz spray bottle of water.
Dishes- 1 teaspoon in the dishpan. Dirty pans: fill with water, add ¼ teaspoon Basic H2, let stand to loosen all stick particles. If you like suds, use dish wash concentrate.
Floors- ¼ teaspoon to gallon of cool water. This concentration will not remove polish. Wring mop dry and wipe u spots and dirt, leaving floor shine.
Kitchen Floors- ¼ teaspoon to quart to warm water for cleaning without polish.
Dusting- 1/8 teaspoon to pint of water. Squeeze sponge out of solution to almost dry or spray solution on clean cloth and wipe. Leaves bright, non-magnetic surface which will not attract dust.
Fruits and Vegetables (including baking potatoes)- 1/8 teaspoon to pint of water.
Wash to remove residues of poisonous sprays and grime, then rinse. To crisp lettuce, use 1 or 2 drops in a bowl of water.
Woolens, Silks, Nylons, All Fine Fabrics- ½ teaspoon to basin of water. For spots, apply a drop or two directly on the spot and press in with thumb; then immerse sweater in cold water solution of one teaspoon per gallon, allow to stand a few minutes, then rinse by squeezing water through. Lay to dry.
Spot Remover- Apply Basic H2 directly to spot and use toothbrush to rub in, then wipe off with damp cloth or rinse. Good for coffee, lipstick, ink, grass, grease.
Electric Coffeemaker- 1/8 teaspoon in pot of water. Run through cycle and rinse.
Ironing- Few drops in steam iron keeps jet and interior clean. Makes steam wetter! Keeps iron free of mineral deposits; no need to buy distilled water. Iron a rag the first time – it will clean out any old deposits.
Knives- Few drops on cutting stone for sharpening knives. Keep moist and add as needed. Doesn’t clog stone, which is very important in sharpening tools. Stone free of residue when rinsed.
Aquariums- ½ teaspoon in quart of water for coral, rocks, entire aquarium. Rinse thoroughly.
Fish Odors- Use ½ tablespoon per quart of water. Basic H2 cleaning solution works wonders around other “fishy” areas.
Boat Algae- 1 teaspoon in gallon water.
Diapers- ¼ teaspoon plus 1 drop of Basic G in pail of water. Eliminate odors in washroom.
Spray Can Snow or Poster Paint on Windows- ¼ teaspoon in quart of warm water to remove.
Wallpaper Removing- 1 tablespoons to a pail of hot water; apply with swab or mop and lift off. Use a solution of 1 tablespoon per gallon of water to clean off the residue.
Plumbing- Will keep pipes open and clean when used regularly. It emulsifies grease and can eliminate cleaning of grease traps.
Frying Vats- Use ¼ cup to three gallons of water. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Dissipates stubborn crust without damage to vats.
PERSONAL USES
Cleaning Hands- Put a few drops in the palm. Rub thoroughly over both hands. Add a little water, continue with washing action, then rinse. Removes tobacco stains, grease, onion or garlic odors.
Bathing- 1 teaspoon to tub of water. Run water full force for suds. Cleans thoroughly, gently, and safely. Skin feels like velvet. Leaves no bathtub ring. Perfect for baby’s bath – less alkaline than baby soap (use ½ teaspoon for baby).
Shaving- Apply full strength to face and add water to make slight lather. Razor blades last longer. Let’s you see where you’re shaving.
Gum- Use full strength to remove gum from skin, carpet or clothes.
Insect Repellent- Apply full strength (or with equal parts water) to expose areas. Biting insects don’t like Basic H2 (mosquitoes, chiggers, flies, fleas, etc) so will not bite where Basic H2 has been applied.
Insect Bites- Rub directly on bites – relieves itching.
Painting and Dyeing- Apply full strength to hands and face before painting or dyeing and allow to dry. Paint or dye will wash off easily afterwards – this is called the “invisible glove.”
Shoe Cleaner- 1 drop on a wet cloth. Will not remove wax finish. Shine with dry cloth.
Clean Eye Glasses- Use 4 oz. Shaklee Spray Unit, fill with water and add one drop of Basic H2. Spray on, wipe off.
Washing- 2 teaspoons in gallon of water. Easy removal of bugs and road grime. Wash small area at a time. Hose off. Wipe windshield, windows, chrome after rinsing; rest of car dries without spots or streaks.
Battery Terminals- ¼ teaspoon in pint of water. Spray on, let soak for 2 minutes, then clean with a wire brush. Use full strength to avoid corrosive of galvanic action.
Windshield Washing- Add 3 drops to quart of water and fill windshield washing jar. May need to add anti-freeze solution in the winter.
Engines- Use ¼ oz to one gallon of water to clean engine. Will not affect paint, gaskets or insulating material. Best results can be achieved when the engine is hot for fastest drying of the ignition system.
Tires- great for white walls. Spray on rims – tires go on easier.
OTHER USES
Rose Bushes- 1 teaspoon to a gallon of water. Spraying rose bushes will protect them from red spider and other diseases and will make bushes flourish. It also conditions soil.
House Plants- A few drops in water to make plants flourish. Use to wipe down leaves.
Green Lawns- 1 tablespoons to Ortho-type bottle applicator full of water. Will make 2 gallons.
Outside Windows & Screens- ½ teaspoon to Ortho bottle of water for 2 gallons of water for spraying.
Humidifiers- 2 drops with the water to help prevent rust and scum, eliminates mineral deposits.
Concrete & Mortar Mix- ¼ oz to 1 gallon water mixture spread easier, set harder.
Eggs- 1 oz plus ½ oz Basic G to 25 gallons of water to clean and sanitize eggs. Holds down odors.
Water Soluble Gum Tape- Use 2-3 drops in a 16 oz spray bottle or tape dispenser with water tank.
Paint Brushes- Work straight Basic H2 into brush, wash with water. Non-flammable.
Silver Polish- Rub on Basic H2 with cloth, rinse with water.
Remove Skunk Smell- 1 tablespoons per gallon of water.
Rapidograph Pens- A few drops of Basic H2 will clean engineering pens, keep them working smoothly.
Camping- Straight Basic H2 on the bottom of pots and pans before cooking makes them easy to clean. Works in cold or salt water.
Fire Extinguisher- Use large spray bottle anywhere you need a fire extinguisher.
Leather- Cleans leather better than saddle soap. Put 1 drop on damp sponge. Clean and wipe dry. Will not harm leather.
Laboratories- Basic H2 is excellent for cleaning glass slides used under microscopes where oil and magnetic particles must be eliminated. It also saves time and is effective cleaning blood stained test tubes.
Photography- To clean negatives, use 1 drop of Basic H2 per 1 quart water. Pans are thoroughly cleaned leaving none of the usual residue.
Plaster Cast- Many doctors have found Basic H2 just the thing for removing plaster off their hands after setting casts on patients.
Vinyl Upholstery- Diluted Basic H2 works wonders on all vinyl coverings. Keep diluted bottle in automobile for hand on the spot wipe-ups.
Golfers- ½ teaspoon Basic H2 in 4 oz. bottle filled with water and brush will clean golf clubs like new. Excellent for golf gloves.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER
Basic H2 is the most economical cleaner you can buy. 1 pint makes 48 gallons of cleaning solution following directions. DO NOT USE MORE THAN RECOMMENDED a little goes a long way!
Basic H2 has PH factor of 6.5. Basic H2 is a fantastically versatile cleaner. The successor to soap!
Basic H2 makes water wetter. Basic H2 does not hinder bacterial action of septic tanks or cesspools.
DO NOT put fingers or foreign matter into Basic H2 container. Large amounts of bacteria can cause degrading action and weaken your cleaner.