HOW TO MAKE 5 GALLONS OF KITCHEN EXHAUST DEGREASER
Here is a step-by-step guide to creating a kitchen exhaust cleaning degreaser formula, this formula is based off of the most popular ready made hood cleaning chemicals on the market.
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Remember these are approximate amounts and you can add more or less of each based on your needs. This mixture should cost you about $5 total for 5 gallons depending on the costs of the raw materials. (2025 update: raw material costs have greatly increased since this initial post, you are looking at up to $2/gallon for this mix)
For the dry chemicals, an 8oz cup is about a pound.
INGREDIENTS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED:
- Water: 4-5 gallons
- Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda): (about 2 lbs)
- Surfactant: (4-6 oz) BUY HERE
- Potassium Hydroxide: (Potash) (About 1 lb)
- Solvent: (Butyl Cellosolve, D-Limonene, Isopropyl Alcohol)(about 2-4 oz)
- Measuring cup
- 5-gallon bucket
- Mixing stick or paddle
- Personal protective equipment (PPE): Gloves, goggles, full face respirator and apron
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- Always wear appropriate PPE when handling chemicals.
- Work in a well-ventilated area.
- Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
- Follow all safety instructions on the chemical labels.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the Work Area:Ensure the work area is clean, dry, and well-ventilated. Gather all ingredients and supplies.
- Add Water:Fill the 5-gallon bucket half way. This will be the base for your degreaser.
- Dissolve Sodium Hydroxide:Measure 2 lbs of sodium hydroxide (2 8 oz cups). Slowly add the sodium hydroxide to the water, stirring continuously. Be cautious as this can generate heat and fumes.
- Add Surfactant:Measure 4-6 ounces of Surfactant. Gradually add it to the mixture while stirring.
- Add Potassium Hydroxide: Measure about 1 lb of potassium hydroxide. Slowly add it to the mixture, ensuring it dissolves completely.
- Mix in Solvent: Measure about 2-4 ounces of solvent. Add it to the solution, stirring well to combine.
- Fill your container with this mix and slowly add the rest of the water to your spray tank.
9 comments
Saludos. se puede envasar en galones de plastico y cuanto tiempo dura para no perder su efectividad?
What is the solvent that’s used?
I appreciate and value your insight thanks.
Any tips on finding these ingredients in Albuquerque New Mexico? There is one dealer I found and it’s about 4 hours away.
How long will it last in a container