ALLERGY TO CLEANING PRODUCTS/CHEMICALS AT WORK OR SCHOOL: CLINERS
Brass Polishes
Most brass polishes are solvent-based and can cause reactions. Two alternative polishes are:
• either dip a piece of lemon in salt and rub it over the brass,
• or make a paste of equal parts of vinegar, flour and salt and rub it over the brass
Do not leave either of these on the brass for long as they can be caustic. Rinse off the mixture, dry and buff up the brass with a cloth. For silver and chrome polishes, see Silver Cleaners, below.
Most car-care products are solvent-based and can be troublesome. Either use general cleaners or detergents which you tolerate or try a special range of solvent-free shampoos made by Simoniz. These are available from most car accessory shops such as Halfords.
Carpet Cleaners
To clean a carpet, you can use a steam-cleaning machine with just plain water and no detergent.
If you want to use a detergent, use a washing-up liquid or general cleaner that you tolerate (see below). Mix one part liquid with four parts boiling water. Allow to cool, then whip the mixture with an egg beater until it foams. Sponge it into the carpet and wipe it away thoroughly with a damp cloth.
If you are allergic to house dust mites or to moulds, make sure that the carpet dries very thoroughly. Damp conditions encourage dust mites and moulds.
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