whilst we aim to use as many plant-based ingredients as possible, these often contain allergens. always test on an inconspicuous area first and if in doubt, please do check with the manufacturer of your surface. for more information, click here. its unlikely to cause any lasting damage (no more than a glass of water would) but its not worth the risk. when a product has a pH of zero, it means that this product is an acid detergent. the all floor cleaner in lemon + ginger or wild rhubarb fragrances and the wood floor cleaner in almond fragrance. method-uk_marketing@peopleagainstdirty.com. while the carcinogen concern is completely unfounded, SLS can in fact be a moderate skin and eye irritant when used in high concentrations and un-buffered. so pH 6 is already ten times more acidic than pH 7, but pH 4 is already 1000 times more acidic than pH 7! can i use squirt + mop in a steam mop or with a spray mop? method uses cocamide DEA in some of its products. spray, wipe, admire. yes. the purpose of cleaning products is to remove particular types of stains and dirt. but if youre looking for something thats proven to kill 99.9% of bacteria, our anti-bac range might be for you. we wouldnt recommend using our bathroom cleaner on porous surfaces such as marble or natural stone as its slightly more acidic to remove limescale. is method environmentally friendly/green? to british standard 1276. however, our anti-bac all purpose products were tested and approved acc. we would always advise to test on an inconspicuous area first and check with the worktop manufacturer if youre unsure. according to WHO, washing your bare hands often provides more protection than wearing rubber gloves. all of our products are friendly for your septic tank, cesspits, caravan cassette toilets and most other treatment tanks as all of the ingredients are readily biodegradable. for more information about a specific ingredient, please get in touch with us. surfaces and coatings can vary and some manufacturers advise not to use leave on products so it could be worth checking with them as to what they recommend. if one of our ultra-concentrated products, such as method laundry liquid, is swallowed, call your doctor or NHS Direct (on 111) immediately with the product information available. our squirt + mop cleaners are designed to be sprayed directly from the bottle onto hard, sealed floors, not for use in any machines. the idea is you use these bottle to reuse your spray bottle over and over again. can i use squirt + mop on porcelain floor tiles? while method was fully acquired by Ecover, the approach to integrate the brands is more like a merger working collaboratively to create innovative and planet-friendly cleaning products. we use high percentages of naturally derived ingredients and ensure that they are sourced from preferred sources whenever possible. got feedback? if you have asthma, allergies or chemical sensitivities, we recommend testing a very small amount of method first before using the product throughout your home. in this vein, method never sources GMO materials for its products, and can be confident that no GMO material makes its way into our finished products. for best results, first, ensure that the dispenser is screwed on tightly to the bottle (otherwise the nozzle will simply spin), turn the nozzle clockwise and then press down to dispense. no, we have not yet found a bleach alternative product that meets our health and environmental standard. SLS is a safe ingredient and has not been classified as a known, probable or even suspected carcinogen by either the International Agency for Research on Cancer or Cancer Research UK. our products are not designed to be directly discharged into waterways. if you live in a hard water area we would suggest wiping the area with a dry cloth (you may find a microfibre one works the best). if they do reach a recycling facility, the sleeve is separated from the bottle so the bottle can be recycled again (we do not use an adhesive to keep the sleeve in place as this makes it harder to be separated from the bottle). it has also been tested on the H1N1 flu virus, Enterococcus Hirae, Staphylococcus Aureus, E-Coli + Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. can i buy method in bulk or industrial sizes? but our anti-bac range has been proven to kill 99.9% of bacteria due to the higher concentration of lactic acid. in instances such as this, the ideal solution is to obtain the specific assurances from smaller and well understood supplies. like with hand soap, the goal of washing is to remove the virus rather than to destroy it. we recommend you use this range for targeted hygiene cleaning, such as high chairs, bins, chopping boards, toilet seats, tubs + doorknobs. the bottle doesnt say whether its recyclable, is it? im so in. one of the preservatives we use in some of our products is methylisothiazolinone (or MIT). as a result, we do use some synthetic fragrances in order to strike a balance for those with sensitive skin. these nitrosamines only result from the presence of an unreacted ingredient, DEA, used during the manufacturing process. just unscrew them from the bottles when you pop them in the recycling to make it easier for recycling centres to sort. all of our products have about a two and a half year shelf life before youll begin to see colour and/or fragrance changes in the formula. we reinvest our money into green science + planet-friendly packaging solutions and continue to do good for the world the best we can. every ingredient is assessed on more than a dozen attributes including skin and eye irritation. please note, this product is not suitable for use on natural stones or porous surfaces, such as marble or limestone. bathroom cleaner (eucalyptus mint): pH 3.25 both our lemon ginger and wild rhubarb floor cleaners have a pH of 6.45 (so almost neutral) so should be suitable for your karndean/vinyl flooring. we advise that you check the labelling on our products as we always mention any preservatives on the pack and if its not on the pack it isnt in the product. as with all of our ingredients, the www.mbdc.com did a full health and environmental assessment and found this class of preservatives to be safe at the levels in which they are used in method products. this process involves oils or fatty acids mixing and reacting with water and alkali to form soap. multi-surface cleaner: pH 11.00. for your chrome taps, you can use our bathroom cleaner or multi-surface sprays however we advise not to use if the chrome is damaged. method is generally a good option for people with allergies and chemical sensitivities, although everyones chemistry varies. our compass of clean measures each product against 12 measures for sustainability and environmental and human health. we also have a number of refills available with more to come. that too. we would advise you to test the wood polish on an inconspicuous area first as surfaces and any sealants can vary. you can contact NHS Direct on111. our products are thoughtfully formulated for use around the whole family, including our furry family members. what are those warning signs on some of your labels? the surfactants in the daily range will kill some bacteria, for example. our bottles are made from post-consumer recycled plastic and are fully recyclable. you can find all of our current european opportunities here. our hand wash pumps are different than others on the market in that they do not lift up and release. does method contain ethylene glycol butyl ether or EGBE? our wood polish does contain silicone at the moment, but we do have plans to remove it in the future. method contains no phosphates, hydrocarbons or other septic-problem chemicals. due to their porous skins, we wouldnt recommend this with fruit or vegetables, only plants. you can be sure that with our products (and a maintenance clear out now and then) youll have a happy septic tank which will last for decades and possibly a lifetime. we do not currently have any plans to produce a hand sanitiser, however, we are monitoring demand for this. its important to not over soak the wood and ensure its dried property afterwards. their findings showed SLS to be altogether safe in its intended usage, non-toxic, non-carcinogenic and environmentally preferable. it is plant-based (derived from coconut oil) and also readily biodegrades. fragrance contributes less than 1% of the overall ingredients of our products. we have refills for 2 of our gel hand soaps (sweet water + french lavender), 3 of our washing-up liquids (peach + pink pepper, green tea + citrus, and coconut water) + 3 of our household products (wild rhubarb anti-bac, wood floor cleaner + bathroom cleaner) with more to come if you love them enough. for this reason, weve decided to switch to labels on our anti-bac range, which are our best-smellers and so weve drastically reduced the number of sleeves that we are producing. there has been some controversy over SLS being carcinogenic. its best to check with the manufacturer of your flooring for further clarification. wed love to hear it. how do I get all of the product out? if you are sure that your worktops are sealed, you can use our method wood polish by spraying onto a soft cloth first or our multi-surface spray if you do not require a shine; if this is used always make sure you re-nourish the wood from time to time. should excess amounts of our product come into contact with your pets skin or fur, wipe this off with water. alkaline products are used to intensively degrease. you can use any of our hand soaps (gel or foaming) with water to do this. however, we are not happy with the status quo as our refill pouches are not currently recyclable, and were working hard to develop a recyclable, low-carbon refill whilst also exploring other recycling solutions. you can use our multi-surface cleaner (but not our anti-bac sprays) on any hard sealed surfaces. if youre experiencing a sticky residue: sometimes using more product than needed can result in this. all our fragrances contain at least 50% of ingredients from plant-based sources, with the remainder coming from petrochemical (or synthetic) sources. our floor cleaners are suitable for hard sealed surfaces. at method, we want to make sustainable choices attractive and get more people to think about the cleaning products they use. were on a mission to fight dirty. our wood polish also has a pH of 7.75 so is fairly neutral. it may also be worth checking there isnt any build-up of residue from previous products on the surface or on the cloth(s) used. no. 2022 method products, ltd. all rights reserved. these products are designed to be used on hard, non-porous surfaces as stated on the label. the new warnings refer to some hopefully unlikely scenarios, like getting some super concentrated product in your eye. the latest advice from the World Health Organisation (WHO) is to wash your hands with plain soap and water or use an alcohol rub often, for at least 20 seconds, and avoid touching your eyes, mouth and nose to prevent the spread of infection. we would always advise to test our products on an inconspicuous area first + to check with the surface manufacturer if youre unsure. but we are of course also happy to help you if you need an extra document. our body wash, hand soap, concentrated bio laundry detergents and fabric softeners have been dermatologically tested on sensitive skin and any of our laundry products will do an excellent job in getting clothes, bedding and/or reusable nappies perfectly clean and soft for your baby when following the on-pack instructions and care labels on your items. its important to us to work with a diverse range of influencers and where possible we look to build long-term relationships for an authentic partnership. washing-up liquid can be used but is not recommended as it is likely to dry out your hands much quicker than a hand soap. acidic cleaning products are useful on hard surfaces where you want to eliminate limescale or rust. unfortunately, as were based in the UK and our factory is in Belgium, we are unable to accept used bottles. these include checking how safe the product is for aquatic plant (like algae) life and animal life and if the formula will completely biodegrade. sometimes theres not quite enough room to put everything we want to on the label, but rest assured method bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic + are fully recyclable. how do i use the granite + marble cleaner? yes. these are 100% recyclable. however, we would recommend keeping hold of these as we have some refills with more in development. which product(s) can i use on my porcelain / marble / ceramic / stone bathroom? where can I find safety data sheets/COSHH sheets? we dont advise you use our anti-bac as its on the acidic side. if you would like a list of wholesalers where you can purchase our products by the case please check out our stockists page. please send the EAN codes (you will find this at the bottom of each barcode), the name of your supplier(s) and the desired language(s) to sds@peopleagainstdirty.com and well send you the correct safety sheets. our floor cleaner is already diluted so simply squirt it onto the floor (a little goes a long way) and mop. which product(s) can i use on my chrome taps? a pH value of 7 is neutral. we recognise how invaluable every act of kindness is, however big or small. everything below that is regarded as acidic and everything above that as alkaline. please note, this does not provide any proof of working against other viruses. you may find a microfibre cloth works best. each step in the pH value makes the product 10 times stronger. method concentrated laundry detergent is independently dermatologically tested for sensitive skin. its dermatologically tested for sensitive skin. yes. we do have recyclable refills for some of our best smellers almond wood floor cleaner, bathroom spray + rhubarb anti-bac spray. so you can be sure that none of these sneaky chemicals will find their way into your home from any of our products. is wood polish suitable for wooden worktops as a regular conditioning treatment? as with any cleaning product, you should always test in an inconspicuous place first. no. if you prefer to order in smaller amounts, check out amazon.co.uk or biggreensmile.com there you can order some our products by the case or as multi-packs. by working across the entire supply chain from soil to shelf, RSPO ensures that palm oil production meets strict environmental and social standards. if you are unsure, we would advise you to make contact with your system manufacturer to see if our products would be suitable to use. this is all in line with EU and UK labelling regulation. like all cleaning formulas, method should not be ingested. prolonged exposure to the skin may cause minor irritation and should simply be washed off with water. as long as your worktops are sealed you can safely use our wood polish or our multi-surface sprays (not our anti-bac though) if shine isnt important. to the best our knowledge we dont have any soya in our products however we cannot guarantee there are no traces in the supply chain. we formulate all of our products to be biodegradable. in September 2012, method and Ecover joined forces. the all floor cleaner is suitable for sealed hard floors such as tiles, stone + laminate and the wood floor cleaner is suitable for sealed hardwood floors. we always make sure that even the synthetic components biodegrade, rigorously assessing each one against our environmental and health standards. no. but we havent done any testing on this so you may want to contact your local council to confirm this. only our anti-bac range is anti-microbial. always test our products in an inconspicuous area first and check with your surface manufacturer if you are unsure. we think bleach is a dirty ingredient, and were totally against dirty. like all cleaning formulas, method should not be ingested. an oiled floor is not sealed in the same way as say a lino would be so theres a danger your floor could drink in our product. we use materials like this without the specific assurance of GMO-free only if the upside of the usage outweighs the lack of knowledge. there is no bleach or chlorine in any of our products. our wood floor cleaner should be ok on painted wood, however this does depend on how well the paint is applied and how old it is, so we would advise testing in an inconspicuous area first. generally, it is recommended to use a washing powder containing bleach and wash at 60C to effectively kill bacteria and for the destruction of viruses. absolutely not. however, this does not provide any proof of working against other viruses. if you use an acidic product on surfaces that are sensitive to acid, it can cause temporary or even permanent damage to the surface, such as discolouration. the pH of each of our products is related to the type of stains and dirt it has been formulated to remove. the latest advice from the UK government is to use a dishwasher (if available) to clean and dry your used crockery and cutlery. in palm and coconut oil for example (both typically non-GMO), we are working with smaller suppliers to find sources of each that can be used in the production of our surfactants. generally, when you add a liquid to a paper towel it will affect its structure and therefore compostability. privacy policy |terms of use |modern slavery statement |careers. none of our products have a harmful to the aquatic environment with long lasting effects classification. are method bottles made from recycled plastic? when you use a cloth be sure that it is not treated with fabric softener as that will spread out on your surface. we choose to use transparent PET plastic for our bottles rather than coloured plastic because transparent plastic is easier to recycle (and our bottles are 100% post-consumer recycled plastic.) we have not tested our products against SARS-CoV-2 (the strain of Coronavirus causing COVID-19) therefore we are unable to say if our products would effectively kill the virus. pH neutral products can be used on most hard surfaces, provided you follow the correct usage and dosing instructions. there is a big difference between your day to day routine and what is required when you have an ill person in your house. squirt + mop can actually lift some of that stubborn oil-based residue which might result in stickiness. can i use squirt + mop on karndean vinyl flooring? if the value is 14, it means that the product is alkaline. we use third party documentation such as safety data sheets and third party expertise to evaluate each ingredient and the formula in its entirety to ensure we are minimising our impact on the environment. no. are method products suitable for asthma and allergy sufferers? we do not have a non-bio version available but if this is what youre looking for, our sister company, Ecover have you covered. can I use method laundry on my babys clothes? the alkali we use is potassium hydroxide (which is made from salt). method sources the highest quality cocamide DEA to eliminate the presence of the free DEA, and then tests its products at various stages to confirm that no nitrosamines are present. to the best our knowledge we dont have any gluten in our products however we cannot guarantee there are no traces in the supply chain. our wood floor cleaner has a pH of 9 so it may also be worth checking with the manufacturer. basically, it has lowered the threshold for levels of certain ingredients that need extra information on how to handle them safely which means that they have to be labelled clearly. are methods fragrances natural or synthetic? daily shower: pH 6.25 (fairly neutral) you can use our multi-surface sprays, glass cleaner or daily granite cleaner on your quartz. there is no need to rinse away. we would also advise not to use a cloth that has been washed in fabric softener as this can make the product spread out. you can use our wood floor cleaner on hard sealed wood/laminate flooring. unfortunately, were unable to fulfil all requests for product donations, samples and giveaway prizes. the sleeves are not currently recyclable and WRAP advises that they are removed from the bottle before recycling and placed in the waste bin. sign up for sneak peeks, insider snoops + limited editions. our cleaning sprays are also suitable for use on hard, sealed surfaces in which babies and children may come into contact with. each product has a different purpose, and therefore also a different pH level or acidity values. our daily range is more appropriate for everyday use. which product(s) can i use on my grey composite sink? we would always advise following any cautions on pack and use the usual precautions for method products as with any household products. were working on using it to make durable, refillable bottles so watch this space. is method safe to use around babies and children? our refill pouches use fewer resources than purchasing the same number of bottles, and they are still better for the environment than buying our products again and again brand new. does method contain any animal or animal by-products? none of our products contain chlorine bleach and we do not have a bleach product as we have not found an alternative which meets our health and environmental standards. as always, if you have severe nut allergies, please always check with a doctor first as we cannot guarantee there are no traces in the supply chain. however, as surfaces and any protective coating varies we always recommend testing a small, inconspicuous area first and checking with the manufacturer(s) if unsure to find out what pH they recommend: anti-bac bathroom (water mint): pH 3.25 our sleeves are of course beautiful, but weve been looking for alternative options that will mean that our bottles are still pretty, whilst being more easily recyclable. this was only tested regarding H1N1 flu virus and does not provide any proof of working against other viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 (the strain of Coronavirus causing COVID-19). limescale deposits make a surface rougher, making dirt adhere more easily to the surface. method and Ecover together were acquired by SC Johnson in January 2018. we see this as an opportunity to get more planet-friendly soap into many more homes and share the mission and aims of Cruelty Free International with more people through our Leaping Bunny certification. can you use it on a paper towel to wipe down? were thrilled to get tons of collaboration requests every day your support means the world to us! which product(s) can i use on my glass induction hob? none of our products contain large enough amounts of alcohol to make them a disinfectant. instead, you might like to try our multi-surface cleaners (but not our anti-bac sprays) for your marble, porcelain, ceramic and stone as long as they are sealed. eventually yes. our granite + marble cleaner should be fine to use on your grey composite sink as its safe to use on granite, marble and any other sealed stone surfaces. absolutely not. our fabric softeners do not contain any substances that are on the UN list of potential endocrine disrupting chemicals, or any other chemicals with known evidence that they have endocrine disrupting effects. method is 100% phosphate-free. we always advise to test on an inconspicuous area first and if you are unsure its always worth speaking to the manufacturer of your worktop for further clarification. but what we do know is that cleaning removes germs and dirt, lowering the number of them and therefore reducing the risk of spreading infection. all ingredients in our cleaning products are carefully screened before consideration as a formulation ingredient to make sure they contribute to an effective cleaning process without presenting any possibility of harm when used as directed.
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