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Marble Cleaner
A MARBLE CLEANER THAT ALSO PRESERVES VERY DIRTY
UNPOLISHED GRANITE AND FIELDSTONE, COLORED CONCRETE AND STUCCO
Description
This is an exterior cleaning formula of EZKleen, which is very effective
restoring the appearance to dirty buildings, especially in downtown
areas, and EZKleen #2 is, also, the monument and tombstone cleaning
formula of EZKleen.
Easy to Use
EZKleen #2 comes ready to use, and surfaces are not prewetted. All you
do is apply it, give it time to work and rinse with water. EZKleen does
the work, cleaning for you, and because any formula of EZKleen can be
left to dry on the surfaces EZKleen #2 is recommended for cleaning without
harm, there is no hurry rinsing it off.
Patch Test
Before using EZKleen, on the surfaces that EZKleen #2 is recommended
to clean, you must do a patch test. This determines its suitability
and the proper formulation to use. Test the recommended formula first
as it almost always works best. However, if it doesn’t give you
a satisfactory result, use the next lower formula #, working down towards
EZKleen #1, until you do. If you’re not sure which formula is
recommended, start with EZKleen #4.
Test EZKleen by pouring some into a plastic dish and applying a small
amount to an inconspicuous area with a paintbrush. The cleaner begins
working immediately, but because it requires time to clean, it is important
not to rinse too soon. On the difficult to clean surfaces, EZKleen #2
is recommended for, best results are usually achieved in 30 minutes
to an hour.
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After allowing time for EZKleen to work, rinse your test
spot. High-pressure water or agitation with a stiff bristled brush may
be necessary to knock off all the grime loosened by the cleaner. Look
for a noticeable improvement in the surface’s appearance. This confirms
that cleaning has taken place. When it occurs, do not evaluate your results
yet. Masonry always appears darker while wet. Wait until the test area
dries. Then, if it appears satisfactory, proceed with the cleaning operation.
Otherwise, keep repeating the patch test, leaving the chemical on longer
or using the next lower formulation no., until you get a satisfactory
result.
Problems
When rinsing the test area, if there is no noticeable improvement in
a surface’s appearance, then there is probably some type of varnish
or sealer present, preventing EZKleen from working. In this case, strip
the surface, using EZKleenCoating Remover® or another quality paint
stripper and repeat the patch test.
Technical Data
Appearance/Odor: Cloudy appearing solution with slight
dull odor
Packaging: Available in cases of 4x1 gal. plastic bottles,
5 gal. plastic pails and 55 gal. plastic drums.
Temperature Range: Becomes less effective as temperature
get colder, and is unsuitable to use below 45° F.
Coverage: 250 to 500 sq. ft./gal. can be expected depending
on the porosity and condition of the surface.
Storage/Shelf Life: Keep containers sealed when not
in use, and to prevent the salts from crystallizing, maintain product
at a minimum temperature of 50°F. The appearance of the material
darkens over time, but when properly stored, shelf life is indefinite.
Precautions
Adjacent areas must be properly protected when using this product. Though
harmless to most building surfaces, the damage EZKleen
causes to glass, soft metal and glazed ceramic finishes (like those
on tile and porcelain) is considered permanent. Cover all nearby
windows and aluminum with EZKleen Peel Clean® Plastic Strippable
Coating or thick plastic sheeting and plastic tape, and if unsure, whether
EZKleen will damage any other surface, test it first or simply cover
them. Also, protect vegetation. EZKleen turns
foliage brown on contact, and if drawn up through plants’ roots,
it dehydrates and can kill them. Cover plants with plastic
sheeting to keep concentrated EZKleen off foliage, and protect roots
by either containing the rinse or trenching it away.
Application
1) Brush, roll or spray EZKleen on to a dry
surface, thoroughly wetting it.
2) Allow EZKleen time to work, leaving
the chemical on at least as long as your patch test.
3) Rinse the loosened grime from the surface using water.
This can be done in a manner different ways. However, on the very dirty
exterior surfaces EZKleen #2 is used to clean, a pressure washer is
usually the easiest, most convenient way to perform the work.
Spraying on EZKleen
Spraying is a perfectly good way of applying EZKleen. However, it must
be done in a wet, soaking fashion, taking care to avoid wind drift.
A pump up sprayer or low-pressure electric prep pump (50 to 60 psi),
outfitted with a saturation nozzle (fan shaped spray) works best for
this operation. Do not apply EZKleen by running it downstream through
a pressure washer because the process dilutes the chemical or by using
a low-pressure airless sprayer because they atomize solutions.
Flatwork
A power-painting roller can be an ideal way to apply EZKleen on walks,
driveways, patios, plazas or other large flat areas. Units fitted with
large commercial size rollers and mounted on extension handles, allow
users to rapidly apply material while completely eliminating over spray.
Time Sensitive Surfaces
Time Sensitive surfaces are surfaces that EZKleen cleans, but it can
affect their appearance, (See product sheet for EZKleen#4). Keep concentrated
EZKleen off nearby ceramic tile and brick, and immediately rinse off
any diluted chemical that contacts them.
Limitations
Though EZKleen cleans virtually anything which affects the appearance
of stone & brick, it is not designed to remove graffiti or strip
paint, nor does it remove hardened crusts and some types of staining,
which occur on masonry.
Safety
Wear rubber gloves and safety goggles when handling EZKleen and ventilate
enclosed areas. If EZKleen gets on skin or into eyes, rinse thoroughly
with water. See Material Safety Data Sheet for more detailed hazard
evaluation and safety information.
Environmentally Safe
EZKleen is readily biodegradable and releases no V.O.C.s. When used
properly, it poses no threat to the environment. Dispose of all wastes
safely according to federal, state and local regulations
Notice: The information contained herein is based on our own
research and the research of others, and it is provided solely as a
service to users. It is believed to be accurate to the best of our knowledge.
However, no guarantee of its accuracy can be made, and it is not intended
to serve as the basis for determining this product's suitability in
any particular situation. For this reason, users are responsible to
make their own tests and assume all risks associated with this product.
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