Residue Remover for Natural Stone
ONLY FOR Use prior to Sealing, after a "sweep-in" pointing compound. NOT FOR REMOVAL OF VISIBLE FILM / STAIN left by the compound. This is a Pre-Treatment Cleaner to allow Sealer to Penetrate/Adhere correctly to Stone- NOT FOR removal of Stains
Residue Remover is a powerful ecological cleaner that unlike other acid/alkaline cleaners, does not require any neutralisation process before application.
It is specially formulated to remove surface residue and contamination from natural stone paving and other surfaces where "sweep-in" compounds may have been used.
** Disclaimer- product is designed to remove the invisible resin film left by a sweep-in jointing compound prior to sealing - NOT VISIBLE STAINS left between the joints.
Application:
- Use neat or diluted to a 1:5 ratio depending on amount of residue present
- Apply with either a brush or garden sprayer
- Leave the product to penetrate and break down the surface residue (5 - 60 minutes)
- Agitate with a stiff brush and wash off with a pressure washer
- Re-apply if surface residue remains after first application
- Average coverage 6 - 8 m² per litre
Physical Properties:
- Safer to use
- Phosphate free
- Biodegradable
- Multi-use
- No VOC
- Low odour
- PH 13 - Alkaline
- Low fuming
Health & Safety:
Non-flammable. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Q: A handy man sprayed our house with a sealant for stone, unfortunately some of the sealant has sprayed on to our windows, can you suggest how we can remove this from our window.
A: It would be best to first find out what sealer your handyman had used and speak to the company regarding a remover. If you're not having any luck, you can get in touch with our technical team online or over the phone to see if there is an alternative product you can use..
Q: A joint compound has recently been used on my patio but I cannot identify any residue. Do I still need to use the Smart Seal residue remover? The patio has just been laid. Do I need to leave it a few months before sealing the patio or can I seal it whilst it looks good?
A: Ideally, allow the area a couple of months before sealing, just incase any salts breathe from the surface. The residue will not be seen as it is invisible and microscopic which will be acting as a barrier to the surface. If it has been more than six months since using the pointing compound, apply the sealer to a test area before your application as residue remover may not need to be used.
Q: Will Residue Remover damage the sweep-in pointing?
A: No, it will be fine.
Brilliant!
This is great product for cleaning natural stone would recommend to anyone
I contacted Smartseal Technical section with my problem that the builders had left us with (a right mess) and the Residue Remover and Limestone Sealant as recommended by Smartseal worked a treat. I cannot recommend Smartseal staff or the products enough.