We often forget how important contact time is when cleaning with chemicals. Most of the time, we spray, and then wipe off the product straight away. Doing it like this might mean you're just wasting product! Cleaning products often take some time to work. This is because chemicals require a varying amount of time to … [Read more...]
Meet the Team: Greg
Meet Greg, another one of our new Auckland based Account Managers. Managing everything from orders to emergency troubleshooting, Greg has left plenty of smiles on our customers' faces. What do you do at Chemical Solutions? I am an Account Manager and look after customers from West Auckland, South Auckland, and … [Read more...]
Why you should be using rinse aid
We all know that dishwashing detergent helps clean dishes, but what exactly does rinse aid do? Read on and learn why you should be using rinse aid. What does rinse aid do?Rinse aid is a drying agent that increases the drying speed of your washed dishes, cutlery and glassware. It does this by reducing the surface tension of … [Read more...]
Why foam soap is better for you and the environment
You might not realise there's much of a difference between liquid and foam soap but the latter can be better for both you and the environment. Here's why. Less soap required per wash Due to the way foaming soap easily lathers onto your hands, you need less soap each time wash your hands, compared to when using liquid … [Read more...]
Meet the Team: Owen
Managing our in-house lab and Technical Team, Owen has hit the ground running in the short time he's been with the company so far. What do you do at Chemical Solutions?I am the leader of the Technical Team. Our small but capable technical team provides new product development alongside production and compliance … [Read more...]
Spring cleaning made easy
Ever wish you could make spring cleaning easy? In this short guide, we'll give you some tips on how to make the process as simple and painless as possible. Windows Getting sparkling clean windows is pretty simple. Spray on cleaning solution, then wipe. But there are a few tricks to keep in mind to get the best … [Read more...]
The benefits of hand sanitiser and why you should always keep it handy
Though it's always been handy to have around, the global pandemic has highlighted the benefits of hand sanitiser over the past few years. While this means you do find hand sanitiser stations in many public locations, it still never hurts to have your own in situations where there are no other options available. Never … [Read more...]
How to get rid of moss, mould & lichen from your roof
Moss, mould & lichen doesn't mean the end for your roof. With a few simple steps, you can not only have your roof looking brand new, but also prevent future growth for up to 12 months. Step 1. Before applying the roof treatment, ensure the roof is dry. We recommend it being free of rain for at least 6-12 hours … [Read more...]
Differences between mould, bacteria, and viruses you need to know about
The key differences you need to know about mould, bacteria and viruses and what it means for you. What Are Microbes? Microbes refer to a class of “micro-scale” organisms. This refers to single bodies that are too small for us see with the naked eye. By the same token, we have microbiology, the study of microbes. … [Read more...]
Celebrating Chemical Solution’s 30th Anniversary
Reaching our 30th Anniversary is something special. We started as a small 3-person business with a handful of loyal customers and have grown the business steadily over time into one of the largest privately-owned chemical businesses in our sector. As with many businesses, the key to our success has been people. We … [Read more...]