{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Casa-Cast","title":"Why Disinfectant is Not Always the Answer: A Conversation with Dave Thomas.","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1737,"description":"The Casa Cast: The Science and Process of Effective Cleaning with Dave ThompsonIn this episode of Casa Cast, host Steve Schwab interviews Dave Thompson, the founder of the Academy of Excellence. They delve into what defines true cleaning, emphasizing the importance of pH balance and physical removal in the cleaning process. Dave explains how the right chemicals, agitation, and rinsing are essential for creating a healthy, safe surface. They also discuss the distinction between household cleaning and commercial cleaning, the role of quats in disinfection, and the necessity of using an ATP meter to measure cleaning efficiency. The episode provides valuable insights for property managers on maintaining proper cleanliness standards.00:00 Introduction to Casa Cast00:18 Meet Dave Thompson: Founder of the Academy of Excellence00:42 Defining Clean: Insights from the Academy01:31 The Importance of pH in Cleaning02:43 Physical Removal: The Role of Squeegees and Agitation04:32 Sanitization vs. Disinfection: Understanding the Difference06:34 Commercial vs. Home Cleaning Standards09:52 The Rinse Process: Why It's Crucial13:08 Challenges in Cleaning Porous Surfaces15:16 Validating Cleaning Processes with ATP Meters20:40 Understanding Quats and Their Impact24:16 The Wooden Bottom Test and Chemical Storage26:53 About the Academy of Cleaning Excellence28:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/9nMLNCwHXVjwzXHEuY3puYKiuaMoxZLrYmE6-Dr02kc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ4MzYyLzE3MDQz/OTI0NDMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}