Properties and Functionalities of Cleaning Product Types

This project explores the functional effectiveness of various cleaning product types, with a focus on detergents (specifically Ariel and Tide) and disinfectants (chlorine-based solutions). The study aims to understand how different ingredients interact with common forms of dirt, grease, and microbial contaminants across a range of surfaces. Through a series of controlled experiments, we evaluated each product’s performance in terms of stain removal, speed of action, and disinfecting capability. Our findings reveal that Tide detergent consistently outperforms Ariel in terms of stain removal and cleaning speed, particularly in short wash cycles and on heavily soiled fabrics. Ariel, while effective in cold water and gentle on fabrics,requires longer exposure time to achieve similar results. Chlorine, although not a detergent, demonstrated superior disinfecting power, effectively eliminating microbial presence on hard surfaces. However, its use on fabrics posed risks such as discoloration and fiber degradation, limiting its general use in laundry applications.