Encyclopedia of Clean
Acrylic Removal
AcrylicStrip or Stripsol LO (low odor) are solvent based strippers, able to remove layers of acrylics, latexes, acrylic latexes, alkyds, certain enamels, oil-based stains, polyurethanes and other resin coatings.
Adhesive: Carpet, Tile, Wood, Masonry
For removal of decal adhesives, Graf-Ex (painted surfaces) can be tested first. For difficult and thick adhesives, test InStrip. InStrip can be scraped up for easy removal. Both are applied undiluted.
Graf-Ex
InStrip
Aluminum Composite Material: ACM Panels
Use C-Tar Melt or Graf-Ex for removal of caulk & rubber gasket bleed. For overall, general cleaning use HD Britenol or Cleansol BC. For restoration cleaning use Heritage Restorer.
Aluminum Siding: Painted
Cleansol BC works well when cleaning aluminum siding. For brush-less cleaning, the product needs to be applied on the surface using two quick applications, no rinse between the applications, then rinse.
Aluminum: Galvanized
Sabre II is a brushless truck wash and brightener for galvanized aluminum and non-coated stainless steel. When used as directed, Sabre II will remove some of the industries toughest stains.
Anodized Aluminum and Aluminum Trim: Architectural
OneRestore will safely clean anodized aluminum removing oxidation and will not etch glass. It’s capable of removing pollution and many sealers as well, but will not remove pitting. After cleaning with OneRestore, follow up with an application of A.R.T. (Anodized Restoration Treatment) to restore the surface to a “like new semi-gloss” appearance. A.R.T. is applied straight to a clean, dry surface and allowed to air dry.
Before cleaning bronze anodized aluminum window frames
After cleaning with OneRestore
After applying a thin coat of A.R.T.
Asphalt Removal
C-TAR Melt is a blend of water soluble, easily rinsed, non hazardous ingredients. C-TAR Melt is a special water-based cleaner which is much less likely to leave a shadow on masonry. Use both undiluted.
Asphalt Rejuvenator
Asphalt rejuvenator that gets on unintended masonry surfaces can be removed using AcrylicStrip.
Brick: New Construction Clean-up
NMD 80 and SOS 50 are designed for safe clean- up of new masonry structures, removing excess mortar and efflorescence. Both products can be used on many types of brick, block, unpolished stone, cast stone, and precast and are safe enough for glass and anodized aluminum. Just rinse before drying. No scrubbing is necessary.
Brick: Restoration
Use OneRestore or Heritage Restorer. One single undiluted application will remove many stains. For deep stain removal from porous surfaces, pre-wet (do not soak) the surface with water. Use a double undiluted application spaced three to five minutes apart without rinsing in between the applications.
Block: Admixture Bleed
Use Heritage Restorer followed by NMD 80.
Block / Concrete Brick: Black Water Streaks
Heritage Restorer will remove black water streaks from block/concrete brick.
Block: New Construction Clean-up
Ground face, burnished or any CMU block, including integral water repellent, waterproofed colored masonry units, can be cleaned effectively with NMD 80 or SOS 50. Follow with a low pressure wash rinse or shut off the siphon value on your EC Jet to use it to rinse.
Calcite: Removal
For clay brick use Calcite Presoak (undiluted) followed by NMD 80. For concrete block use White Scum Presoak (undiluted) followed by NMD 80. Multiple applications of presoak may be needed. There is no rinsing in between applications until the final dwell time.
Caulk Bleed
On masonry, use OneRestore or C-Tar Melt. On glass use Graf-EX or AcryliStrip. On metal use Graf-EX or C-Tar Melt.
Clay Stains: Removal
NMD 80 is recommended to remove fresh clay stains on new construction. OneRestore is recommended for clay stain removal once it is baked hard by the sun.
NMD 80
OneRestore
Coating Removal: From Glass
OneRestore or Graf-Ex will remove many coatings from glass.
Coating Removal
Due to the wide variety of coatings currently in use, please refer to “Paint Stripping Charts” below.
Paint Stripping Charts
| SOFTWOOD | Stripper Cream* | InStrip* | AcrylicStrip | Stripsol LO | LCS | Graf-Ex |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Shellac | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| (B) Black Lacquer | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| (C) Epoxy, black appliance | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| (D) Water-based polyacrylic | 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| (E) Varnish | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| (F) Timber Oil | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| (G) Primer White Alkyd Resin | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| (H) Polyurethane | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| (I) Enamel, Black high perf, oil based | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| HARDWOOD | Stripper Cream* | InStrip* | AcrylicStrip | Stripsol LO | LCS | Graf-Ex |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Shellac | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| (B) Black Lacquer | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| (C) Epoxy, black appliance | 5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| (D) Polyacrylic | 2 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| (E) Primer white alkyd resin | 0.5 | 4.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 1 | 4.5 |
| METAL | Stripper Cream* | InStrip* | AcrylicStrip | Stripsol LO | LCS | Graf-Ex |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Epoxy, Black appliance | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| (B) Primer, white alkyd resin | 4.5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 4.5 |
| (C) Chrome, rust-oleum solvent enamel | 1.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| (D) Enamel, Black Glass, high perf oil | 0.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 |
* products given 30 minute dwell time, all other products given 10 minute dwell time. 5 = most effective, 0 = least
effective
Concrete: Tilt-up (New)
Dilutions of NMD 80 will vary according to surface finish. A downstream projection nozzle is an appropriate applicator. The cleanup is for a uniform building face without surface changes, not removal of mortar smears. Pre-wet from top to bottom, followed by a quick, even application of NMD 80. Always rinse thoroughly before the product dries.
Concrete: Removal from Equipment and Trucks
Use CT Wash diluted 4:1 and apply with a sprayer. Allow to soak for 10 minutes and rinse.
Concrete: Splatter from Masonry
Repeated applications of NMD 80 will remove splatter from masonry. Using a masonry stone or scraper in between will speed the process.
Concrete: Remove Elastomeric Damp Proofing
Remove from foundation walls – use AcrylicStrip. Use product straight, undiluted. Apply to a dry wall, do not pre-wet.
Concrete: Stain Removal
OneRestore removes metal and mineral oxide stains including rust, lead and copper from non-colored concrete. For oil stains, use Hot Stain Remover or AP Plus BC applied with a low pressure sprayer. Brushing the degreaser deeper into the pores allows it to lift out any shadows. Ammonium Bifluoride restoration (ABF) is the most economical solution for large concrete structures such as parking garages. For hydraulic fluid and penetrating oils on concrete flat work, use AcryliStrip or Hot Stain Remover applied onto a dry surface.
Copper Stains
Use OneRestore undiluted. A copper stain may show up as blue, green or black depending on the elements it reacts with to cause the stain. Generally, an undiluted application repeated twice before rinsing will remove the stain.
Eaves
HD Britenol removes stains that can occur under the eaves on siding.
Efflorescence: Colored Block
EF-Fortless removes efflorescence (white or ivory chalk-like deposit) from colored block and mortar without causing color bleed.
Efflorescence: Brick and Pavers
NMD 80 or EF-Fortless removes efflorescence. Use NMD 80 at a 4:1 dilution. Apply with low pressure applicator. A thorough rinse job is always recommended. Flood rinsing is not recommended. EF-Fortless is applied undiluted. Heavier deposits may be calcite, lime run, or admixture.
Efflorescence: White Scum
White Scum (calcium silicate) is a result of improper use of new masonry cleaner reacting with brick and forming insoluble salts. Looks similar to efflorescence but it is not. See WHITE SCUM, brick and block.
Calcite (calcium carbonate)
Lime Run (calcium hydroxide)
Admixture
White Scum (calcium silicate)
Efflorescence (calcium chloride)
EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish System, Synthetic Stucco):
Removing pollution stains
Cleansol BC diluted works very well on EIFS. Brushless cleaning requires the product to be applied on the surface using two quick applications, spaced several minutes apart. The first pass is to penetrate and the second to lift the stain out. Rinse with wide angle nozzle at low pressure.
Elastomeric: EIFS Coatings Stripping
Acrylicstrip undiluted will remove these coatings from tools and equipment, also elastomeric damp proofing from concrete.
Galvanized Steel
Sabre II is a brushless truck wash and brightener for galvanized steel and non-coated stainless steel. When used as directed, Sabre II will remove some of the industries toughest stains.
Glass
OneRestore/Glass removes atmospheric staining, concrete leaching, paint wash stains and hard water deposits. One application of undiluted OneRestore/Glass, misted or wiped, then rinsed before drying and before squeegee swiping. Use NMD 80 (New Masonry Detergent) for removing mortar and construction dust. Use Graf-Ex for removing anti-graffiti coatings, silane/siloxane water repellent and acrylic waterproofers (water and solvent based). For removing caulk bleed, Graf-Ex or C-Tar Melt.
NOTE: Do not use on window tints or self-cleaning glass
Gorilla Glue: From Skin
AcrylicStrip can be applied on skin to remove uncured Gorilla Glue on skin.
Graffiti: Limestone, Block, Brick and Sandstone
LCS is a water-based stripper that has a wide range of applications, best suited for porous surfaces Stripper Cream is for the removal of graffiti and layers of paint from masonry including limestone because it will not change the color or damage the surface. Stripper Cream can be rolled or brushed on to penetrate deep into the pores of the stone. Rinse with low pressures. Pressures that mark or damage the surface must be avoided.
LCS
Stripper Cream
Graffiti: Painted surface
Graf-Ex is a special purpose stripper designed for removing graffiti without lift the base paint. Use it straight and apply with either a low pressure sprayer or wipe it with a cloth and finish with a rinse. Water can be used to stop its penetration and to rinse. Do not dilute Graf-Ex.
Granite
OneRestore and Heritage Restorer will remove most all stains found on the surface; applied undiluted with a simple “spray on/spray off” application. Only use Heritage Restorer for flamed salt and pepper granite and Polished Stone Cleaner for polished granite.
OneRestore
Heritage Restorer
Gum Shadows: From Concrete
Gum shadows can be removed after pre-treating with OneRestore. OneRestore (undiluted) can be applied with a low pressure applicator and should be left on for 5-15 minutes. Finish with a high pressure rinse.
Gutters
Gutter tiger stripes can be removed with Cleansol BC at 4:1 or C-Tar Melt undiluted, wiped on and off, or LCS 20:1 to 50:1.
Limestone: Black Crust
Stripper Cream will remove black crust from limestone. Pre-wet the surface and apply undiluted by roller or spray using adequate thickness. The product may be diluted up to 4:1 for mineral stains that are not dimensional. Rinse with a pressure washer, being careful not to harm the surface.
Limestone: Indiana and Travertine
The most common type of limestone is Indiana limestone. OneRestore or Heritage Restorer is completely safe to use. One single undiluted application will remove many stains. For deep stain removal, use the double application method spaced five minutes apart without rinsing in between the applications. Pressures that mark or damage the surface should be avoided.
Limestone: Rust and Copper Stains
OneRestore undiluted use the double application method spaced five minutes apart without rinsing in between the applications. Allow it to dwell on the surface for at least 10 minutes before rinse.
Marble: Unpolished
Use OneRestore or Heritage Restorer to clean unpolished marble Apply straight using a low pressure sprayer. Rinse with a pressure washer.
Marble: Polished
Polished Stone Cleaner cleans polished marble easily. Apply undiluted product with a low pressure sprayer. Remove with a high pressure rinse or by wiping with a damp cloth.
Natural Stone
Alkaline Stone Cleaner is used for natural stone and removes lichen.
Paint: Cleaning
Cleansol removes most common stains without harming the paint. A Cleansol application at 10:1 to 20:1 dilution with a high pressure rinse will remove the oxidation and leave a shiny surface.
Paint: Wash on Brick
OneRestore can remove paint wash from brick. Apply OneRestore (straight) with a low pressure sprayer using the deep stain removal process. Rinse with a high pressure or nozzle on a garden hose.
Paint Stripping: Multi-layer
Stripper Cream is effective for removing multiple layers of paint. It can be sprayed, rolled, or brushed. Applied straight, a skin will form on the paint to be scraped off mostly intact or it can be removed with a high pressure wash. InStrip is another option, for indoor & outdoor use. InStrip can lift multiple layers of paint, primers, solvent and water-based paints. InStrip also removes various wood finishes, such as varnish, shellac, and stains. Both products will not dry out.
Stripper Cream
InStrip
Paint Stripping: Acrylics/Urethanes
AcrylicStrip, Stripsol LO (low odor) and InStrip are used undiluted. Refer to the Paint Stripping Chart. Call for application procedures.
Paint Stripping: Latex
LCS or Stripper Cream can be used for stripping single or multiple layers of latex paint. Both products are applied undiluted. Stripper Cream applied with brush or roller. LCS can be sprayed on then rinsed with a pressure wash.
Painted Steel Panels: Cleaning
Cleansol BC is a concentrated soap that will clean painted steel panels easily. Apply using pressure washer up or downstream, or low pressure spray applicator. Brushless cleaning requires the product to be laid on the surface using two quick applications. A thorough rinse job is always recommended.
Pavers: Cleaning After Installation
Clay, concrete pavers, natural or synthetic paving stones, remove dirt and debris, imperfections, properly breathing to help prevent future water derived staining and prepare for sealing if desired. Other issues before installation: Efflorescence, scuff marks, secondary hydration (Halos) and hard water stains. Products to have on hand: NMD80, White Scum Presoak and EF-Fortless.
Pavers: Pine Tree Sap
Hot Stain Remover can remove pine tree sap from pavers. Testing first is recommended.
Precast Concrete: New Clean-up and Stain Removal; See "Concrete" Above
OneRestore
Red Clay: Numerous Surfaces
OneRestore can remove red clay stains from many surfaces including masonry surfaces, concrete, hardi board. OneRestore is designed to be used undiluted through a low pressure sprayer. Testing is allways recommended before full scale cleaning.
Rust Stains: Concrete Flatwork
- Smooth trowel finish concrete: HD Britenol, general purpose, removes rust while leaving the surface smooth and easy to clean.
- Broom finish concrete: Ammonium Bifluoride restoration (ABF), professional grade, is better at removing rust from a texture surface that is harder to clean than concrete with a smooth finish.
- White concrete with white sand: Heritage Restorer, sensitive substrates, removes rust without shade shifting the color.
ABF Restoration
Rust Stains: Masonry and Steel
OneRestore will remove rust stains quickly and help prevent re-oxidation. OneRestore can be applied with a low pressure applicator. It’s best to use the double application method spaced five minutes apart without rinsing in between the applications. Pressures that mark or damage the surface should be avoided.
OneRestore
Sandstone
Heritage Restorer is a restoration detergent for historical or sensitive substrates including berea sandstone (Cleveland sandstone). Stripper Cream is used when there is a black crust.
Heritage Restorer
Stripper Cream
Sealant Stains
OneRestore is an excellent treatment for sealant stains. Apply straight with a low pressure sprayer and follow with a high pressure rinse.
Silicone Elastomeric Coatings
Cleansol BC is recommended to clean Allguard® silicone elastomeric coatings.
Watergate Hotel Black exhaust pollution
Slate
To clean normal soil on slate use Cleansol BC (diluted).
Smoke Removal
Smoke Melt and Hot Stain Remover are high alkaline cleaning products that will remove heavy carbon deposits from wood or masonry and will soften heavy black smoke from fire damage on masonry. For interior removal of smoke soot from stone on fireplace surrounds, OneRestore is highly effective.
Hot Stain Remover
For interior removal of smoke soot from stone on fireplace surrounds, OneRestore is highly effective.
OneRestore
Stainless Steel
HD Britenol cleans stainless steel and helps prevent future corrosion. Use a low pressure sprayer or downstream injector to apply. Use a pressure rinse or followed by an application of Cleansol BC rinse for a great shine.
Stainless Steel: OneRestore Drip
Heritage Restorer or A.R.T. can remove drip caused by OneRestore.
Tar Removal
C-Tar Melt will penetrate and soften tar. It is safe for wood, metal and masonry surfaces. OneRestore can be used to remove fresh tar stains on brick or block. It will also remove shadows as well.
Terra Cotta
OneRestore or Heritage Restorer are good options for terra cotta restoration. OneRestore and Heritage Restorer can be applied with a low pressure applicator.
The best use of the products is two applications spaced several minutes apart without allowing the product to dry or rinsing in between. After the second application, rinse thoroughly.
Vinyl Awnings
Cleansol is very effective for cleaning vinyl awnings. Apply straight to 20:1 using a pressure washer with downstream injector. Two applications spaced apart, rinse at low pressure for brushless cleaning results.
Vinyl Siding
Cleansol will clean vinyl siding. For brushless cleaning with complete soil release requires the product to be laid on the surface using two quick applications. Cleansol does not mix with bleach.
Water-based Acrylic Coatings
Undiluted Graf-Ex or AcrylicStrip will remove these stains. Both are applied to a dry surface.
Wash Bay Walls
HD Britenol, or OneRestore are acid cleaners that can be used to remove soap scum from the inside wash bays. Glory Truckwash BC or Truck Wash Supreme SC are non-acids that can be used as well.
OneRestore
White Scum: Brick and Block
Use White Scum Presoak (undiluted) followed by NMD 80 at a 4:1 dilution. Do not rinse in between applications. Multiple applications of White Scum Presoak may be needed.
Sealers
EaCo Chem’s Sealers form a uniform, long lasting, water repellent coating on pavers, concrete surfaces, brick, and split faced block. This coating enhances the surface without leaving the surface slippery when used on horizontal surfaces.
Proper care for your sealer sprayer
Question:
How do you clean out a back pack sprayer once it’s had our EC 102 SOL run through it?
Answer:
If the backpack sprayer is designed to handle solvent based solutions, the solvent based sealer can be flushed out of the sprayer using a solvent that’s readily available such as mineral spirits. Be sure to read the instructions provided with the sprayer as to the materials it is compatible with.
*Note: If the backpack sprayer is NOT designed for use with solvents, it will probably only be good for a single use.
Pulling Off a Successful Demo
Step 1: Define the problem
Visit “Encyclopedia of Clean”.
Step 2: Pull out an EaCo Chem Test Kit
It’s often difficult to know in advance which chemistry to use on a soil or stain. As a professional cleaner, you will want to have a supply of EaCo Chem test kits on hand to choose from at a moment’s notice. This will allow you to have different types of chemicals to solve many different problems.
Step 3: Always Do a Test Patch
Use the test kit to do a test patch before the demo. Even a test area of a couple of inches will allow you to be absolutely sure which product, dilution, and application works best for you.
Step 4: Demo with confidence!
With EaCo Chem test kits, you’ll know within minutes what will work on the surface problem you’ve encountered.
Pocket Reference
Masonry Surfaces
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Block - concrete ground face burnished colored split face concrete brick (shape) | acid burn - new construction | OneRestore, NMD 80 |
| calcite removal | White Scum Presoak -> NMD 80 | |
| cleaning, restoring | OneRestore | |
| efflorescence removal | EF-Fortless, NMD 80 | |
| excess admixture removal | OneRestore -> NMD 80 | |
| excess mortar removal | NMD 80, SOS 50 | |
| white scum removal | White Scum Presoak -> NMD 80 | |
| admixture bleed | Heritage Restorer | |
| black water streaks | Heritage Restorer | |
| Bluestone | general cleaning | Cleansol BC |
| organic stains metalic oxide stains | Alkaline Stone Cleaner OneRestore | |
| Brick-clay, fired clay, glazed, sand faced, face brick, dry pressed, Brick - glazed | acid burn - new construction | OneRestore, NMD 80 |
| aluminum oxide bleed | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer | |
| blue pond dye | OneRestore | |
| calcite removal | Calcite Presoak -> NMD 80 | |
| cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer ABF Restoration | |
| efflorescence removal | EF-Fortless, NMD 80 | |
| excess mortar removal | NMD 80, SOS 50 | |
| general cleaning | HD Britenol | |
| caulk bleed | C-Tar Melt, Graf-Ex | |
| paint wash removal | OneRestore | |
| red clay stains | OneRestore, NMD 80 | |
| rust removal | OneRestore, ABF Restoration, Heritage Restorer | |
| vanadium/manganese stains | OneRestore | |
| white scum removal | White Scum Presoak -> NMD 80 | |
| Cast Stone | new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 |
| cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer |
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete | cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, ABF Restoration, HD Britenol |
| curing compound when Clean & Strip is suggested | Cleansol BC - straight | |
| equipment, trucks -removal | CT Wash | |
| food grease stains | Hot Stain Remover | |
| gum shadows | OneRestore | |
| gum softening | RS 10 BC | |
| ink markers | Graf-Ex, LCS | |
| hydraulic fluid stains | AcrylicStrip, Hot Stain Remover | |
| latex/paint coating sealer removal | LCS, Stripper Cream | |
| low pH to higher pH (for sealing) | Cleansol BC 4:1 - 20 minute dwell then rinse | |
| mastic adhesive | AcrylicStrip, InStrip | |
| rust removal | OneRestore, ABF Restoration, Heritage Restorer | |
| oil stain removal | AP Plus BC, ABF, Hot Stain Remover | |
| tire scuff marks | C-Tar Melt, Cleansol BC 4:1 | |
| tire spinning marks | Smoke Melt | |
| coffee stains | ABF Restoration | |
| excess curing compound | AcrylicStrip | |
| stain removal | ABF Restoration, OneRestore (non-colored) | |
| elastomeric damp proofing | AcrylicStrip | |
| Concrete Tilt-up/precast | new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 |
| Dryvit | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol |
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| EIFS - Exterior Insulation and Finishing System | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol, |
| Flagstone | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, Heritage Restorer, SOS-50 |
| Granite | restoration unpolished (except flamed salt and pepper) | OneRestore |
| restoration unpolished (salt and pepper) | Heritage Restorer | |
| polished | Polished Stone Cleaner, HD Britenol | |
| Limestone | black crust removal | Stripper Cream |
| cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer | |
| graffiti - single, multiple layer | LCS, Stripper Cream | |
| Marble | polished | Polished Stone Cleaner, HD Britenol |
| unpolished | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer | |
| Natural Stone | removal of lichen | Alkaline Stone Cleaner |
| Pavers | caliche/hardened calcium carbonate deposits | HD Britenol followed by NMD 80 |
| acrylics/acrylic latex, polyurethane, resin coating removal, acrylic sealer removal | AcrylicStrip | |
| cleaning, restoring | HD Britenol, EF-Fortless, NMD 80, White Scum Presoak | |
| latex/paint coating sealer removal | LCS, Stripper Cream | |
| new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 | |
| oil stain removal | AP Plus BC, Hot Stain Remover, ABF | |
| polymeric sand residue pine tree sap | NMD 80 Hot Stain Remover | |
| Precast Concrete | exposed aggregate- cleaning, restoring | HD Britenol, OneRestore, ABF Restoration |
| cleaning, restoring | HD Britenol, OneRestore, ABF Restoration | |
| insulation foam stains | SOS 50 |
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Sandstone, Berea sandstone, Cleveland Sandstone | black crust removal | Stripper Cream |
| cleaning, restoring | Heritage Restorer | |
| Slate | cleaning | Cleansol BC |
| Stone - Quarried | new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 |
| Stucco | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol, OneRestore |
| rust removal | OneRestore | |
| thinset remove (synthetic) | OneRestore | |
| Surface Dyed Substrate | new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 (low pressure rinse) |
| Synthetic Masonry | new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 (low pressure rinse) |
| Synthetic Stone | cleaning | HD Britenol |
| new construction | NMD 80, SOS 50 (low pressure rinse) | |
| Terra Cotta | cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer |
Metal Surfaces
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | concrete forms | NMD 80 (re-season after cleaning) |
| Aluminum Composite Material | remove caulk & rubber gasket bleed | C-Tar Melt |
| cleaning, restoring | HD Britenol, Cleansol BC OneRestore | |
| Anodized Aluminum | cleaning, restoring | OneRestore |
| removing anodized coating | Stripper Cream | |
| restoring, re-coating | OneRestore, A.R.T. | |
| mortar smears from frames | NMD 80 | |
| Galvanized Metal | cleaning, restoring | Sabre 2 |
| Metal | acrylics/acrylic latex, polyurethane, resin coating removal | AcrylicStrip |
| decal adhesive | Graf-Ex | |
| rust removal | HD Britenol, OneRestore | |
| stainless steel (non-coated) | HD Britenol, TWS SC | |
| paint stripping - interior | InStrip, Stripsol LO | |
| tar removal | C-Tar Melt | |
| Painted Aluminum Siding | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol |
| Stainless Steel Tankers | food grease stains | Truck Wash Supreme SC (TWS SC) |
Glass Surfaces
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Fiberglass | cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, HD Britenol, Cleansol BC |
| Glass | caulk bleed | AcrylicStrip, Graf-Ex |
| concrete leaching removal | OneRestore | |
| excess mortar removal | NMD 80 | |
| hard water stains | OneRestore | |
| sealer overspray | Graf-Ex, OneRestore | |
| silane/siloxane water repellent | Graf-Ex, OneRestore | |
| stripping paint overspray | AcrylicStrip |
Other Building Materials
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Awnings | cleaning - fabric | AP Plus BC |
| cleaning - vinyl | Cleansol BC | |
| heavy smoke soot - vinyl | RS 10 BC | |
| Carpet | removing mastic adhesive | InStrip (extended dwell), Graf-Ex |
| Composite Decking | stain removal | OneRestore, HD Britenol |
| Floors - Interior | cleaning, restoring | Polished Stone Cleaner |
| wax & sealer removal | Graf-Ex, OneRestore, C-Tar Melt | |
| Gutters, Downspouts, Eaves | cleaning, restoring | LCS (gutters 20:1 to 50:1) Cleansol BC (4:1) C-Tar Melt (undiluted) |
| Roofing | asphalt shingles cleaning | HD Britenol, OneRestore |
| flexible rubber membrane EPDM cleaning | HD Britenol, Cleansol BC | |
| Terazzo | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, Polished Stone Cleaner |
| Tile | cleaning, restoring, black stains around salt water pool | HD Britenol |
| Travertine | cleaning, restoring | OneRestore, Heritage Restorer |
| Wash Bays | Soap Scum inside wash bays | acid: OneRestore, ABF Restoration, HD Britenol non-acid: Glory BC, TWS SC |
| Vinyl Siding | insulation stains | Cleansol BC followed by HD Britenol |
| black specks | LCS followed by HD Britenol | |
| cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol | |
| Wood | acrylics/acrylic latex, polyurethane, resin coating removal | AcrylicStrip, InStrip |
| cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol, OneRestore | |
| deck stains, sealers (water) | LCS | |
| tar removal | C-Tar Melt | |
| furniture stripping | InStrip | |
| latex/paint coating sealer removal | LCS | |
| Gorilla Glue removal | Graf-Ex |
Surface Coatings
| Substrate | Problem | Product |
|---|---|---|
| Acrylic-based Finish | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol |
| Elastomeric | remove from tools/equipment | AcrylicStrip (non-painted), Graf-Ex (painted) |
| foundation - remove damp proofing from concrete | AcrylicStrip | |
| Anti-Graffiti Coating | remove from surface | Graf-Ex, OneRestore, AcrylicStrip |
| Painted Surfaces | asphalt rejuvenator | Graf-Ex |
| cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol | |
| graffiti | Graf-Ex | |
| graffiti - vinyl & fabric paint on polyurethane clear - interior work | Stripsol LO | |
| insulation stains - (orangish) (PIR thermal insulation boards) | Cleansol BC followed by HD Britenol | |
| multiple layers | Stripper Cream, InStrip | |
| nicotine smoke - interior | RS 10 BC | |
| painted metal panels - silicone residue & faded paint | HD Britenol followed by Cleansol BC | |
| paint & plaster removal | InStrip (extended dwell time), OneRestore (plaster) | |
| smoke soot - heavy | TWS SC, Hot Stain Remover | |
| steel panels - painted | Cleansol BC | |
| stripping | Refer to paint stripping manual | |
| wax - automotive | RS10 BC | |
| Silicone Elastomeric Coating Allguard® | cleaning, restoring | Cleansol BC, HD Britenol |