Calcium Silicate Cleaner

The Approved Cleaner for Calcium Based Masonry

Calcium Silicate Cleaner (CSC) is a buffered, detergent-based solution designed for cleaning calcium silicate-based masonry materials to remove excess mortar on new construction projects. Calcium Silicate Cleaner (CSC) has been created specifically for calcium silicate-based masonry using an EC Jet applicator.
The EC Jet is a quick coupling attachment to the end of a pressure washer wand that is designed to dilute material 4 parts water to 1 part chemical to allow for quick and accurate dilution while spraying the chemical with the best nozzle.

Dilutions:

CSC is diluted 4 parts water to 1 part CSC. An EC Jet is recommended to ensure both proper dilution and application of CSC. The ideal size of pressure washer for exterior clean: gas powered ranging from 3 to 6 gallons per minute pressure washer not to exceed 3,000 P.S.I..

Coverage Rates:

Coverage rates with CSC using an EC Jet will vary from 100-200 sq. ft. per gallon depending on the surface porosity, texture, ambient temperature, craftsmanship, severity of mortar smears, and severity of other post construction staining.

Application Instructions:

Low-Pressure Application
Any scraping or sanding should be done prior to cleaning.
1. Lightly pre-wet or flash-cool the surface (do not soak).
2. Apply CSC through an EC Jet to the entire section to be cleaned. Start from the top and work down. Allow CSC to dwell for 5-7 minutes.
3. Check mortar smears and tags to see if it crumbles easily.
4. Reapply CSC without rinsing between applications to melt the remaining mortar residue and extend dwell time. Once there is no foaming, the surface is ready to be rinsed.
5. With CSC, it is better to repeat the cleaning process than to be more aggressive with the initial cleaning.
6. Begin rinsing from top down. Use long even strokes that overlap each other.
Caution: Do not allow the product to dry on the surface. Use only a nylon brush on extreme areas when necessary.

Rinsing:

Proper rinsing techniques determine the final look and quality of the job.
1. Low pressure rinse only, less than 700 P.S.I. The EC Jet can be used as long as the ball valve to CSC has been turned to the off position.
2. If using a pressure washer to rinse use a 40-degree wide nozzle from a minimum distance of 2’ from the wall with no higher than 700 P.S.I..
3. Craftsmanship determines the appropriate pressure for rinsing. A thorough rinse job is recommended; however, our chemistry never requires flooding a wall. Pressures that mark or damage the surface should be avoided. When in doubt, follow the manufacturer’s recommended P.S.I. for the substrate you are working on.
4. Always use overlapping horizontal passes to achieve a uniform appearance.
Note: Sensitive surfaces, i.e. sand faced brick, concrete brick, synthetic masonry and surface dyed substrates need to be rinsed at low pressures. Use the EC Jet with the ball valve turned to the off position for rinsing or a garden hose with nozzle. The rinse pressure should be about 50 P.S.I..

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