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How to remove blood from carpet

Removing blood from carpets requires a careful approach to avoid permanent damage. When removing blood stains, always use cold water, [...]

When Innovation Meets Cleaning | Webinar

Webinar Recording: When Innovation Meets Cleaning If you’re looking to enhance cleaning efficiency, reduce costs, and increase the lifespan [...]

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How to remove stains from carpet

A facility manager’s ultimate guide for effective stain removal. A comprehensive understanding of how to effectively remove stains from [...]

Overcoming Detergent Haze | Webinar

Webinar Recording: Overcoming Detergent Haze – Restore The Shine To Tiles Join us for an enlightening webinar where we will tackle [...]

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Deep Dive into Carpet Prespray | Webinar

Webinar Recording: Deep Dive into Carpet Presprays – Boosting Cleaning Efficiency Discover the ultimate guide to carpet presprays with our in-depth [...]

How to remove mould from upholstery

Mould on upholstery is a common problem. However, upholstery is a delicate substrate that needs to be cleaned with much [...]

HydroForce Sprayer Dilution Guide

How to dip seal natural stone

Dip sealing natural stone is an important process to protect all six sides of the stone and prevent water ingress. [...]

How to remove mould from mattresses

Mould on mattresses is a common problem. However, mattresses are a delicate substrate that needs to be cleaned with much [...]

Abco & Actichem Announce Expanding Partnership

Actichem is pleased to announce an expanding strategic partnership with Abco, a leading Australian-owned supplier of innovative cleaning products and [...]

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How to remove cooking oil from carpet

Oil stains on carpets can be one of the most challenging issues professional carpet cleaners and facility managers face. Whether [...]

Cleanup Guide: Bio-Decontamination of Prison Cells

For bio-decontamination of prison cells, a comprehensive understanding of the principles of bio hazards and disinfection is essential. As each [...]

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How to remove lipstick from carpet

Removing lipstick from carpet presents a unique set of challenges, owing to its oily and pigmented composition. To achieve complete [...]

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How to remove mould from bathrooms

Removing mould from bathrooms is somewhat easier than other locations. Even though bathrooms and shower areas are prone to mould [...]

How to remove coffee from carpet

Removing coffee stains from carpet presents a formidable challenge for carpet cleaners due to the presence of dairy oils and [...]

How to remove paint from carpet

Removing paint from carpet presents a unique challenge for professional cleaners. The approach and products needed depend on factors like [...]

How to remove mould from walls and ceilings

To remove mould from walls and ceilings it is always best to avoid the use of chlorine bleach due to [...]

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How to clean tea stains from carpet

Cleaning tea stains from carpet is a common and persistent issue in the world of professional carpet cleaning. From the [...]

How to clean vomit off carpet

Cleaning vomit stains from carpets is no easy task, but it’s a challenge many of us have faced, whether [...]

How to clean chocolate off carpet

Cleaning chocolate off carpet is complicated. The delicious treat consist of proteins, tannins, and oil. These proteins originate from animal [...]

How to remove red wine stains from carpet

Can Red Wine Stains Be Removed? Red wine stains are renowned to be one of the most difficult stains to [...]

Webinar – Mastering Flood Clean-Up

The ‘Mastering Flood Clean-Up’ webinar delves into the intricacies of flood cleanup and make-safe operations, covering vital aspects such as [...]

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Flood Clean-Up

The importance of a professional plan Whether you’re doing the job yourself or giving advice to others, it’s [...]

Webinar – Mastering Urine

Dive into the world of urine decontamination on carpets and hard floors with our latest webinar recording! Gain insights into [...]

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Fibre & Fabric Protection Manual

FIBRE & FABRIC PROTECTION MANUAL For further information including the abilities and limitations of fibre & fabric protection treatments. DOWNLOAD [...]

Webinar – Hydrogen Peroxide

Explore the power of hydrogen peroxide in our webinar recording! Discover its myriad of benefits in cleaning and disinfecting, along [...]

Webinar – The Cleaning Pie

Explore the secret formula for achieving exceptional cleaning results in our recorded webinar, “The Cleaning Pie.” Whether you’re a [...]

Webinar – From Acids to Alkalis

Discover the science behind effective cleaning in our enlightening webinar recording, “From Acids to Alkalis.” Dive into the world of [...]

Webinar – Introducing Thymox

Step into the future of disinfection with the game-changing “Introducing Thymox” Webinar. Discover Thymox, a versatile hospital-grade disinfectant that redefines [...]

Webinar – Where Science Meets Mould

The “Where Science Meets Mould” Webinar first aired in July 2023. It goes over mould and testing and various forms of [...]

Inclean Excellence Awards 2023 - Thymox Winner

Thymox Wins Award at ISSA Trade Show 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Thymox has been awarded the prestigious Inclean Excellence Award in the “Innovation – Cleaning Agents” [...]

WoolSafe & CleanSeal

What is WoolSafe? For carpet cleaners and contractors, ensuring the longevity and quality of carpets is an art. This art [...]

Fire Restoration Guide

Download the Actichem Fire Restoration Guide Actichem has created a range of Fire Restoration products that target a vast majority [...]

Effective Gastro Outbreak Cleanup with Actichem

Effective Gastro Outbreak Cleanup with Actichem Gastrointestinal outbreaks can strike unexpectedly, whether in a household, daycare centre, school, or even [...]

Choosing the Right Disaster Restoration Chemicals

Choosing the Right Disaster Restoration Chemicals: A Buyers Guide Disaster restoration professionals are the unsung heroes who come to the [...]

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Odour Control Product Guide

Download the Elimotech Odour Control Product Guide Actichem has created a range of Odour Control products that target a vast [...]

Epoxy Grout Smear

Epoxy Grout Smear When it comes to tiling projects, achieving a flawless and long-lasting finish is the ultimate goal. However, [...]

Maintaining Natural Stone Benchtops

Maintaining Natural Stone Benchtops Natural Stone. A rare piece of art we use in our everyday life. As it is [...]

How to treat urine affected carpet

Equipment Process Tips Downloads pH in relation to cleaning To achieve the best result, it is critical to understand pH [...]

Trauma & Biohazard Cleanup

The definitive guide to trauma and biohazard cleanup. Trauma & Bio-Hazard Remediation covers several areas including Crime Scenes, Hoarders clean-ups, [...]

How to remove mould effectively

What is mould and where does it come from? Mould is a term used to refer to fungi that grow [...]

How to remove oil spots from concrete and stone surfaces

Oil stains are an unsightly addition to any porous surface. Download PDF article here Whether it be concrete, natural stone [...]

Efflorescence

All your questions regarding efflorescence answered in one handy article. Let’s start with the word itself. How do we [...]

How to protect sandstone

Sandstone holds a historic place in Australian construction, seen in landmarks like QVB, Sydney Uni, Barangaroo Foreshore, and the Cove. [...]

A comprehensive guide to urine decontamination

Everything that you need to know about treating urine stains on carpets and fabrics all comprehensively covered in one awesome [...]

The blueprint for post-covid-19 hygiene

Cleaning and hygiene is finally getting the attention that it so rightly deserves. For decades, we have given very little [...]

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A complete guide to the use and application of Biosan II

Why is Biosan II the best product on the market for fogging applications, and how do I use it to [...]

Carpets spot cleaned with Conquer are safe and healthy for children and pets

What makes Conquer so special?

Conquer. Possibly the best carpet stain remover in the world. Conquer is so much more than just a spot and [...]

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Biosan II kills COVID-19

The Actichem team is excited to confirm that the COVID-19 kill performance of Biosan II (AP439) has been independently verified [...]

What are the benefits of using an emulsifier?

Many carpet cleaning technicians do not run an emulsifier through their machine during extraction, they prefer to rinse with ‘clear [...]

Fibre shield carpet protector dilution ratios

What is the correct dilution ratio for Fibre Shield on both dry and freshly cleaned damp carpet? Fibre Shield Actichem’ [...]

Boosting clean force

What is the best combination for boosting Clean Force? Can Clean Force enzyme prespray be boosted with POG and/ [...]

What is the difference between Biosan II & Deosan?

Biosan II and Deosan have a large overlap in application. However, they do both have some very specific roles. The [...]

What is the difference between CTR and Brownaway?

Brownaway has a large overlap with Actichem CTR. It has been primarily formulated to fill the requirements of a cellulosic [...]

Supermarket & hospital floor maintenance program

Maintenance Program for Supermarket & Hospital Floors Vinyl & Linoleum: AP422 Instagloss Equipment Required Auto-scrubber Rotary floor buffing machine (electric [...]

Floor maintenance pads

Buffing & Cleaning | Floor Maintenance Pads The best pads for buffing are: Red Regular speed machine Using a spray buff [...]

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Cleaning pool surrounds

What is the best Equipment & Chemistry for cleaning pool surrounds? Cleaning pools surrounds in aquatic centers and public swimming [...]

Graffiti treatments

What is the best graffiti treatment for my application? When it comes to safeguarding porous surfaces from potential graffiti damage, [...]

Cleaning & sealing limestone benchtops

Limestone Benchtops — Cleaning & Sealing Tips Limestone presents some very challenging scenarios when used as a benchtop. It is important [...]

Colloidal Boost

Colloidal Boost – Can it be used as a prespray? Colloidal Boost (pronounced “CO – LLOYD – AL”) Is a product with amazing [...]

Why use an emulsifier?

Emulsifiers – Extraction Liquids Simply put, an emulsifier transforms the rinse water into an effective rinsing solution. Water on it’s [...]

Floor stripper usage rates

Floor Stripper usage rates and how to dilute & use floor strippers In the realm of floor maintenance, understanding the [...]

Sealing terracotta

Tips for protecting Terracotta Terracotta Sealing Terracotta is normally sealed using a topical sealer. The secret to sealer durability is [...]

Sealer selection chart for penetrating sealers

Download our Sealer Selection Chart Need help determining the best sealer to use for your construction project? View our handy [...]

Oriental rug fringes

How to effectively clean the cotton fringes and tassels The fringes should first be thoroughly cleaned with Rinse Pro (diluted 1:100) [...]

Limestone cleaning & sealing tips

Limestone, with its timeless elegance, graces many exteriors, offering both beauty and durability. However, its porous nature makes it susceptible [...]

Linen lounge cleaning

Linen and cotton upholstery exude an undeniable allure, but their susceptibility to discoloration and browning demands meticulous care. Environmental factors [...]

Aquatic centre tiles

Aquatic centre tiles – the secret to getting them clean The soiling at aquatic centres is quite complex. Present in the [...]

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Maintaining slip resistance on new smooth floor surfaces

How to fix Slippery Tiles When tackling the issue of slippery tiles, it’s crucial to grasp the underlying reasons [...]

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Amazing chemistry – understanding pH

The secret behind soda’s bite? By: Melissa Pandika 22.08.13 What gives carbonated drinks their zesty bite? Bubbles might be your [...]

Mould removal in washrooms

Mould removal in washrooms. Unwanted guests come in many forms; some, however, are more unsavory than others. Mould, the silent [...]

Mattress cleaning

Cleaning and sanitising mattresses isn’t just about maintaining a tidy space; it’s about creating a healthy sleep sanctuary. [...]

Removing stains from vinyl

One of the only things that takes Iodine stains out of vinyl, is Oxyboost Plus (Containing Sodium Percarbonate). It will [...]

What is the most effective carpet cleaning method?

Part 4: Carpets in medical facilities. Are they really a playground for germs?

What is the most effective carpet cleaning method? In high-traffic hospitals and health care facilities, it is important to make [...]

Updated chemical dilution guide

The Actichem Chemical Dilution Guide is an excellent resource for busy contractors. Quickly and accurately calculate mixing proportions with this [...]