In this image taken by Larry Buirge at Ability Power Washing in Waukegan, IL, you can see a portion of the fence has been restored with HD Britenol.

How to Restore Wood with HD Britenol

With summer fast approaching, this is the time of year when we see a surge in calls from professional cleaners asking how to restore wood affected by environmental staining. Homeowners want their decks and outdoor spaces looking their best for holiday gatherings, which means more demand for pressure washing services … and more questions coming…

Cleansol BC was used to remove the oxidation from the side of this home.

How to Remove Oxidation Using Cleansol BC

One of the most common challenges professional cleaners face is removing oxidation—a chalky, faded residue that develops on vinyl siding and painted metal surfaces. This occurs when prolonged exposure to sunlight, moisture, and environmental pollutants breaks down the surface material, leaving behind a dull, powdery film. Beyond reducing curb appeal, oxidation can complicate the cleaning…

A man uses an EC Jet to clean vinyl siding.

Why Pressure Washers Should Not Use Bleach

Cleaning challenges that involve difficult and deep deposit and / or stain removal in porous materials require a cleaning product that works better than a bleach solution. Bleach (also known as sodium hypochlorite or pool chlorine) is widely used by contractors as a general-purpose cleaner. It is purchased by contractors at a 12.5% concentration. Bleach…

Red clay stains have been cleaned from the side of a building.

How to Remove Red Clay Stains

One of the most asked questions fielded by our tech support department is, “What product should I use to clean red clay stains?” Red clay stains are most commonly found in the Southeastern U.S., particularly in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina,  Tennessee, and Virginia. The soil in these states is often high in iron,…

Why You Should Use Heritage Restorer on Sensitive Substrates

Our tech support department fields questions every day from distributors and contractors looking for a product recommendation for restoration of sensitive substrates like sandstone, limestone, and granite. When California-based Cleveland Marble was tasked with restoring the California Firefighters Memorial in Sacramento, they knew they needed to find the right chemical for the job. The memorial…