Remove & inhibit efflorescence on stone surfaces with non-acidic Aqua Mix Eff-Ex Heavy Duty Cleaner. Use to clean
natural stone and masonry including marble, granite, slate, travertine, limestone, porcelain, quarry, Saltillo, terra cotta, cement pavers. Eff-Ex can be used on sealed stone surfaces however its ability to inhibit efflorescence is reduced.
Aqua Mix Eff-Ex should not be used on polished marble, polished limestone or polished travertine because it will dull the surface.Application Overview:
TO REMOVE EFFLORESCENCE
- Read entire label before using. Do not dilute.
- For best results pre-wet surface with water, avoid puddling, and remove excess water before applying cleaner.
- Liberally apply with mop, sponge applicator, paint roller, or brush.
- Allow to dwell 10-15 minutes. Do not allow solution to dry on surface. Apply additional solution if drying occurs.
- Agitate with scrub brush or scrub machine.
- Thoroughly rinse with clean water.
- For vertical surfaces a garden hose or high-pressure washer may be used to rinse area.
- Mop or wet vac up dirty solution.
- Heavily built-up efflorescence may require additional applications and a longer dwell time.
- Allow area to dry 24 hours prior to sealing area with an appropriate Aqua Mix sealer.
TO INHIBIT EFFLORESCENCE:
- Apply a thin coat of solution with mop, sponge applicator, paint roller, or brush.
- Scrub into surface with scrub brush or scrub machine. DO NOT RINSE.
- Wipe dry any product remaining on the surface.
- Several treatments may be required to fully inhibit efflorescence.
- Allow area to dry 24 hours prior to sealing area with an appropriate Aqua Mix sealer.