But the results lined up with recent findings showing possible links between autism and exposure to metals and certain solvents during pregnancy or early childhood, including a solvent called methylene chloride.
Wilkinson adds that many specialty cleaners are manufactured in tiny, expensive bottles that actually consist mostly of water.
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Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
22 Aug. 2026
Ryan Marino, the standards development and research manager for the Tile Council of North America, cautions homeowners to stay away from strong acidic cleaners.
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