Weiman Responds to Consumer Demand for Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Products

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) April 4, 2008 -- Weiman Products, a leading manufacturer of home care products, is pleased to introduce a new line of eco-friendly cleaning and polishing products. The Perfect Planet line - a floor cleaner, floor polish and all-purpose cleaner - features innovative formulations that are safer than conventional cleaners for consumers, the home and the environment.

Perfect Planet products, which are made in the U.S.A., contain little to no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and feature vegetable and plant-derived cleaning agents. They do not contain any hazardous solvents, toxic chemicals or other harmful ingredients.

Carl Demasi, Weiman president and CEO, says while many of Weiman's products already feature safe, environmentally friendly formulations, there is a clear shift in the marketplace for products that are designated and certified as "green."

"The Perfect Planet line reflects our 65-year tradition of developing affordable, high-quality, high performance products while also demonstrating our commitment to meet consumer demands for eco-friendly products " said Demasi. "In fact, our extensive laboratory testing assures that Perfect Planet products deliver the same performance as conventional cleaning products."

The EPA DfE (Design for the Environment) Program has already certified two of Weiman's Perfect Planet products - Squeeze & Clean Floor Cleaner and All-Purpose Cleaner. Squeeze & Shine Floor Polish is currently being tested. Products carrying the DfE logo have been reviewed by EPA chemists, toxicologists and environmental scientists, ensuring each product has a more positive health and environmental profile than traditional cleaning products.

Perfect Planet Natural All-Purpose Cleaner

* made from renewable, plant-derived ingredients

* biodegradable, non-toxic and non-hazardous

* pollutant-free and does not contain volatile organic compounds, solvents, alcohols, bleach, petrochemicals or phosphates

* formulated in partnership with the EPA DfE Program

* recyclable packaging (PET #1)

* not tested on animals

* can be used daily to remove grease, dirt and grime on hard surfaces throughout the home, including countertops, granite, Formica®, sinks, appliances, laminated plastics and tile

Perfect Planet Squeeze & Clean Floor Cleaner

* all-natural, plant-derived formulation

* free from petrochemicals, ammonia, solvents, alcohols, bleach, VOCs and phosphates

biodegradable

* formulated in partnership with the EPA DfE Program

* recyclable packaging (PET #1)

* not tested on animals

* safely removes dirt, dust, grease and smudges, leaving floors and grout streak-free

* can be used regularly on most hard floors, including finished hardwood, linoleum, vinyl, laminate, ceramic tile, grouted tile, marble, non-porous hard surface flooring and no-wax flooring

Perfect Planet Squeeze & Shine Floor Polish

* contains no heavy metals, ammonia or formaldehyde

* very low in volatile organic compounds compared to conventional floor polishes

* recyclable packaging (PET #1)

* not tested on animals

* streak-free finish that strengthens floors

* leaves a shiny coating that resists dirt, scuff marks and scratches

* excellent for most hard floors, including finished hardwood, linoleum, vinyl, laminate, ceramic tile, grouted tile, marble, non-porous hard surface flooring and no-wax flooring

Perfect Planet products are available at Weiman's Web site (www.weiman.com), by phone at (888.281.6400) and are expected to be available in national retailers this spring.

Weiman Products

Weiman® Products, LLC develops and manufactures professional high quality products that clean, protect and prolong the life of the newest and most popular surfaces in and around the home. Weiman's product lines include: Weiman Home Care Products, Wright's® Metal Care Products and its newest product line, Perfect Planet by Weiman. Headquartered in Gurnee, IL, Weiman's products are available nationwide through mass merchandisers, grocery stores, hardware stores and other specialty retail outlets, including Wal-Mart, Target, Publix, Kroger, True Value, Kmart, Expo Design Center, The Home Depot, Costco and Ace Hardware. Products are also available at Weiman's Web site (www.weiman.com) or by calling (888.281.6400).

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