The Benefits of Using Concentrated Cleaning Products

Concentrated cleaning products have been gaining popularity recently – and for good reason. This article explains what they are and the benefits of using concentrated cleaning products in domestic and commercial settings.

Ready To Use vs Concentrated

Many cleaning products are sold ‘ready to use’, meaning they are pre-diluted to the correct strength in a trigger bottle. By contrast, concentrated products contain the same active ingredients but without the added water.

Concentrates are designed to be diluted at the point of use, either into bottles or directly into mop buckets. Some manufacturers provide branded bottles with dilution instructions, although users may also repurpose their own containers if they are thoroughly cleaned and correctly labelled. It is important to note that bottles should never be used for mixing different cleaning chemicals.

Dilution can be achieved with a pelican pump for small-scale use, or a wall-mounted dosing unit for larger operations. These may be manual or automated depending on requirements.

Cost

Concentrated products are generally more cost-effective than ready-to-use options. In many cases, the same brands that sell ready-to-use cleaners also offer concentrated versions. For example, Evans Vanodine’s EC range provides concentrated formulas at significantly lower per-bottle costs. A 5L container of Evans EC6 all-purpose cleaner can produce up to 500 bottles when diluted, reducing the price per bottle from approximately £2 to just a few pence.

Environmental Impact

Because water is not added during manufacturing, concentrated cleaning products reduce environmental impact in several ways.

Packaging: A 5L concentrate can replace as many as 500 ready-to-use bottles. Reusing or investing in refillable containers therefore prevents substantial plastic waste. Buying in larger volumes further reduces the amount of packaging per litre.

Transport: Smaller and lighter packaging results in lower fuel consumption and fewer vehicle journeys, reducing overall carbon emissions.

For example, a Compass Pro 5L concentrate can save almost 30 kg of plastic over its lifespan compared with the equivalent ready-to-use bottles.

Other Benefits

• Storage: Concentrates require less storage space than multiple ready-to-use products.
• Ordering: Bulk containers last longer, meaning fewer orders and more predictable stock management.
• Performance: Commercial-grade concentrates often provide stronger cleaning power than consumer ready-to-use products.

Conclusion

Concentrated cleaning products provide clear economic, environmental, and practical advantages. They reduce cost per use, minimise plastic waste, require less storage space, and often deliver more effective cleaning. For both households and businesses, adopting concentrated products represents a small adjustment with meaningful long-term benefits.