Dilution Control Reference Table

Use this table to calculate the ratio of cleaning product and water you will need.

Ounces per Gallon	Dilution Ratios
¼ ounce per gallon	1:512
½ ounce per gallon	1:256
1 ounce per gallon	1:128
2 ounces per gallon	1:64
4 ounces per gallon	1:32
5 ounces per gallon	1:26 (1:25.6 rounded)
6 ounces per gallon	1:21 (commonly considered 1:20)
8 ounces per gallon	1:16
12 ounces per gallon	1:10

Need a Metric Calculation?

Metric calculations such as litres can also be calculated. You just need to convert the metric figures to gallons or ounces prior to starting.
Common metric volume measurements and their English equivalents are listed below:


1 quart	946 mL
1 gallon	3.785 liters
1 liter	0.264 gallons
4 liters	1.056 gallons

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