We just added a new page – Thomas Kruse Winery is using Shower Stall & Tile Cleaner to remove hard water stains on their stainless tanks.

Maybe this is a new trend in cleaning stainless beverage bottling equipment.

Here is the link http://www.edfredcorp.com/blog/?page_id=279

Check out our new page about replacing a leaking shower door sweep. (That’s the vinyl strip at the bottom of the door.)

We found a very old and neglected shower for a step by step photo demo. This is not only a repair, but a dramatic example of how to restore a bathroom fixture full of rust, soap scum, corrosion and hard water deposits.

Some amazing photos – here is the link:

http://www.edfredcorp.com/blog/?page_id=200

There is some real suffering out there for those out of work, and among those trying to manager their charitable organizations on shrinking donations. Please join us in being sensitive to these needs. I doubt if there is anything quite so discouraging as not finding work when you want it, and though none of can meet everyone’s needs sometimes a firm show of support refreshes the spirit.

If you know of a charity or unemployed that needs a hand let us know or encourage them to contact us. After we verify the need we will support them with an appropriate donation or discount.

We just added Spanish instructions to the gallon size of Shower Stall & Tile Cleaner. We had many restaurants and motels request this for their employees.

We do have a Hispanic version in pints, with a Mango scent instead of the mint. If you want to try the new scent but don’t speak Spanish, instructions are in English and Spanish on the label:

Limpiador De Baño Y mosaico
SHOWER STALL AND TILE CLEANER
Restaura instalaciones fijas al brillo natural.
Quitan la corrosión, la oxidación, el jabón y SARRO del vidrio, mosaico cerámicA, el cromo y porcelana!

Excelente para el uso en
el mosaico de fibra de vidrio y piscina.

EFFECTIVE, YET GENTLE!
GENERAL USE: Quickly and easily removes stains from bathtubs, fixtures, ceramic shower tile and grout, swimming pool tile, drinking fountains, glass, chrome, porcelain surfaces, fiberglass surfaces including spas and boats. DIRECTIONS: Test in a small area first, then apply EVENLY without runs with damp cloth or sponge for 2 minutes. Rinse and dry.Rubber gloves are recommended. Not to used with bleach products or on marble, terrazzo,other metals or metallic glazed surfaces.

EFECTIVO, MAS suave!
USO GENERAL: Quite fácilmente y rápidamente las manchas de la bañera, las instalaciones fijas, mosaico cerámica de chaparrón y lechada, mosaico de piscina, las fuentes, el vidrio, el cromo, superficies de porcelana, superficies de fibra de vidrio inclusive balnearios y barcos. instrucciones: Pruebela en una pequeña área primero, entonces apliquela UNIFORMEMENTE con trapo humido o esponja sin escurrir durante 2 minutos. Enjuaguese y sequese. Guantes de Latex son recomendados. No lo utilize con productos que contengan cloro, ni en el mármol, el terrazo, otros metales ni superficies barnizadas metálicas.

It is not easy being a consumer with the availability of so many products. We have policy that demonstrates that we will “put our money where our mouth is” and make your choice easy.

So what would create enough financial pain to keep manufacturer product claims realistic? How about double money back?

We like the sound of that. So retail customers that buy at our online store have a double money back guarantee. If we don’t solve your problem, we will take the hit and you make a little profit for giving us a shot.

See the terms on that site:

http://www.edfredstore.com/help.php?section=conditions

EDFRED Corporation was pleased to have the opportunity to be given air time on Santa Cruz, California radio station KSCO on December 10, 2009. Don Brown represented EDFRED and local retailers with a brief interview by host talk show host Charley Freedman, discussing the history and products of EDFRED.

(Yes, there really was an Ed & Fred. They were industrial chemists who as an aside to their main business filled a need for industrial grade shower & toilet bowl cleaning formulations for household applications. These gentlemen knew a thing or two about toilet bowl rust and hard water scale!)

The event sponsor was Think Local First – County of Santa Cruz, a organization that promotes the patronage of locally owned businesses. EDFRED Corporation is a member in support of our locally owned retailers. Listeners were encouraged to buy EDFRED “products that really work” from these retailers such as local Ace Hardware Stores and Deluxe Foods of Aptos. These retailers are our most dedicated within the United States, who carry just about everything EDFRED makes.

Thank you Charley and KSCO for being such a great host. We loved the station tour and the chance to meet the rest of the staff faces to the radio voices.

By the way, also in attendance we found Kimberly Parrish of Zag Design Group, the preferred source for EDFRED graphics work. She is not only the “go to artist” for EDFRED but also the bright smile in the crowd at these social events. Cheers Kimberly!

Santa Cruz County retailers should seriously check out the Think Local First link below – they are a great organization.

If you can receive KSCO AM 1080 check out Charlie’s great commute slot show:

“Happy Hours PM Commute w/ Charley Freedman w/ Dave Michaels In Command”
4:00-7:00pm Weekdays

KSCO AM 1080
Think Local First – County Of Santa Cruz
Zag Design Group

I was having my Sunday morning cup of Joe and noticed Orchard Supply Hardware is running an ad on Shower Stall & Tile Cleaner, 16 oz.

Reg. $5.99, Sale $4

Sale prices good November 15 thru November 25, 2009

Check OSH.com for locations

If you see any other sales please post them for everyone.

We have a fairly narrow product range, in part because many formulas we test just don’t perform well enough to live up to our “Products That Really Work” promise. And in these economic times consumers want performance and value.

We have some new ones on the drawing board, and would like to hear from you too.

We have some plant based formulas in tests that meet the “green” and “sustainability” descriptions. The challenge is finding a formula that actually works. It does not make sense to us to market a “green” cleaner that ends up in the trash right away, but this has not stopped many others it seems.

Have these non toxic formulas in tests:

Adhesive & Gum Remover
Grill Cleaner
Hood & Oven Cleaner
Ultra Low Residue Cleaner For Delicates (pianos, guitars, computer screens, mirrors, etc.)

We appreciate the many phone calls and email, now you may use our new blog as well.

If you have tried our products here is your chance to praise or punish us.

Let ‘er rip!

Also see the comments on the shopping cart site here: http://www.edfredstore.com/view_reviews.php

We get a lot of phone calls about septic tank concerns. Our products are safe for septic tanks by the way, and we state that right on the front of the labels.

Petroleum products and pesticides are some of the the worst offenders. That being said, it is really the amount of the offending material that determines the level of harm.

Myth: “If you put chemicals down the drain you will harm your septic tank.” I found this overly broad statement repeated around the web. Reminds me of “You are going to poke your eye out!”

Truth: Moderate use of even the most harsh cleaners are unlikely to do any harm. Not that we suggest that you use them, but it’s good to know the facts. And save your money and skip the septic tank additives.

Maybe nowadays we have to dumb down information just in case some bloke goes off the deep end with a product. Or maybe my mom is secretly writing the precautions for everything.

I have a septic tank as well, and you do want to protect the investment. Our very credible friends at the University Of California Davis have some good information. Here is the link: http://cecalaveras.ucdavis.edu/septic.htm

And put that pencil down before…

Post any questions or experiences that you would like to share.