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…
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…
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…
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,…
We always recommend that professional cleaners keep both Heritage Restorer and OneRestore® in stock — and this project is a perfect example of why. Dark water stains had built up on the white brick, leaving the side of the building with an unsightly, marred appearance. Heritage Restorer delivered superior results on this surface and stain.…
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…