DustinC 64 Report post Posted August 3, 2006 This is a 2000 square foot brick building that is going to be turned into a duplex.I got the call today to clean it but I'm not sure if the white stuff is efflorescense or not. I've cleaned mold/grime from brick before but this is my first time running into this.will safe restore take care of it.I'd like to do some testing before giving my price but they want it soon. thanks alot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DustinC 64 Report post Posted August 3, 2006 How well is nmd 80 at removing efflorescence? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celeste 341 Report post Posted August 3, 2006 Dustin, On heavy efflorescence, we used Ef-fortless by EacoChem. You have to be careful on application as you can pull the color from the brick. You can call Roger or check in with Jim Carroll. Both are very good with brick and use different products so you can get opinions on two lines. Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DustinC 64 Report post Posted August 3, 2006 thanks celeste when would be a good time to call? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Orr 206 Report post Posted August 4, 2006 Prosoco SureKleen (sp?) 600. It works. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DustinC 64 Report post Posted August 4, 2006 I did a search and see theres a prosoco dealer 8 miles from my house I'll go by there tomorrow with pics in hand and see what I can learn. thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PressurePros 249 Report post Posted August 4, 2006 Eaco, in my opinion, has the best masonry restoration chemicals. I haven't used the Ef-fortless but have had excellent results with GSR and NMD-80 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DustinC 64 Report post Posted August 4, 2006 Ken,Is there a price list on there website or do you have to call. from the pics do you think thoses chems would be effective.thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PressurePros 249 Report post Posted August 4, 2006 I deal with a guy up here in PA. Your best bet is to call them. I think any of the above would be effective. On older, porous brick I like the GSR. Always wet your substrate before applying an acid. Start weak and apply twice. Brushing also helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Carroll 14 Report post Posted August 7, 2006 Prosoco SureKleen (sp?) 600. It works. not for this application. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Carroll 14 Report post Posted August 7, 2006 Prosoco heavy duty restoration cleaner would be a good start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigMikePa616 14 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 I bought heavy duty restoration cleaner for my house, its red brick, and thats what the guys recommended for my 90 years of Pittsburgh pollution build up. The couple questions i have are these. 1. how to protect your windows 2. what kind of clothing/gloves/boots 3. can you spray the cleaner on with a plastic sprayer with no metal parts. 4. how do you protect your plant life below, can you neutralize the soil... Thanks in advance for any help!!! Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celeste 341 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Mike - you have one of the most knowledgeable brick restorers on the planet right there in Pittsburgh. His name is Bob Port and he distributes many of the restoration lines available. Super nice gentleman - pm me if you want his phone number :) Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigMikePa616 14 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Thank you Celeste for your help.... I wonder if you could tell me how to PM you, hahaha, im looking for the buttons!! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celeste 341 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Mike, Go to your User CP - there is a place there to send a private message :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
susan123 14 Report post Posted March 24, 2010 nice and useful information....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adrian 155 Report post Posted March 24, 2010 nice and useful information....... Please gp tp your settins in your profile and complete your signature line. House rules!!!!! Welcome to TGS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adrian 155 Report post Posted March 24, 2010 I bought heavy duty restoration cleaner for my house, its red brick, and thats what the guys recommended for my 90 years of Pittsburgh pollution build up. The couple questions i have are these.1. how to protect your windows 2. what kind of clothing/gloves/boots 3. can you spray the cleaner on with a plastic sprayer with no metal parts. 4. how do you protect your plant life below, can you neutralize the soil... Thanks in advance for any help!!! Mike Please go to your settings in your profile and complete your signature line. House Rules!!!!!! Welcome to TGS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
