How to Correctly Dilute Cleaning Products (And Use Our Simple Calculator)

Getting the dilution right is one of the most critical parts of effective and safe cleaning — but it's also one of the most misunderstood.

Whether you’re preparing buckets, bottles, or machine reservoirs, using too much or too little concentrate can:

• Reduce cleaning effectiveness

• Waste product (and money)

• Damage surfaces or equipment

• Breach health and safety compliance

That's why Hygenol has created a simple, free Dilution Calculator to help you get it right — every single time.

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Why Dilution Ratios Confuse So Many People

Let’s say you see a dilution instruction that says:

Dilute 1:50

Sounds simple, but what does that mean in practical terms?

Here’s how it breaks down:

• A 1:50 dilution means 1 part concentrate to 50 parts water — so 51 parts total.

• If you’re preparing 10 litres of solution:

  • Total volume = 10,000ml

  • Concentrate = 10,000ml ÷ 51 = approx. 196ml

  • Water = 10,000ml - 196ml = 9804ml

  • If using a 30ml pelican pump, you’ll need: 196 ÷ 30 = approx. 6.5 pumps → round up to 7 pumps

This process can be awkward and error-prone when done manually — especially if you’re training a team or working quickly.

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Try the Hygenol Dilution Calculator

Use the simple tool below: just choose your dilution ratio and container size, and the calculator will tell you exactly:

• How much concentrate to use

• How much water to add

• How many 30ml Pelican Pump shots you need

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Additional Tips for Accurate Dilution

• Always use clean water when mixing

• Add the product first, then water (to prevent foaming or splashing)

• Mark bottles or buckets with the correct pump counts or ml amounts

• Train staff to check labels and use tools like this calculator

• Don’t guess — when in doubt, calculate!

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Final Thoughts

Getting dilution right doesn’t have to be complicated. With Hygenol’s dilution calculator and a simple pelican pump system, you can ensure every product is mixed accurately, economically, and safely.

Bookmark this page or visit our full calculator tool here if you ever need a quick reference.