DustinC 64 Report post Posted December 26, 2006 How would you handle these rust streaks.I have avoided it so far but the thought of using oxalic on stucco makes my knees weak. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 PressurePros 249 Report post Posted December 26, 2006 Why is that, Dustin? It should take it should work well for you. The black from the grout on the other hand... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Jeff 232 Report post Posted December 26, 2006 How would you handle these rust streaks.I have avoided it so far but the thought of using oxalic on stucco makes my knees weak. rare cases oxalic can lighten stucco. I would clean the area as good as possible getting rid of the dirt, mold & mildew and then would brush on Oxalic 2lbs to a 5 to start, Id probably would go stronger. Even if it lightens it a little, it will look better than it does now. There are other produucts out there too I wouldnt worry to much since its the side of the steps, tell the HO it may lighten it a little JL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DustinC 64 Report post Posted December 26, 2006 I'm worried it will lighten up the stucco color too much.I've heard of this happening before.so I've always shyed away from removing mineral/rust deposits from stucco. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DustinC 64 Report post Posted December 26, 2006 I posted before I read Jeff.Thanks guys I'll test in a inconspicious area as soon as I start and check later when I go around to hit the rust.Its three buildings for a retail development company and they say there are more so I want them to be happy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 HotShot 34 Report post Posted December 27, 2006 Dustin...ox on stucco worked for me pretty well. Just don't let it dwell very long. Don't just glob it on and then let it set for a long time. I just put it in a spray bottle put it on, wait for the bubbles to stop then rinse (about 20 sec if I remember right). Then apply another coat if needed. It took about 10 coats for me, but it turned out great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 RyanH 14 Report post Posted December 28, 2006 If anyone here operates in or near Riverdale / Fayetteville, GA, you should try this out on Evander Holyfield's place. He has an iron fence along the front of his property with stucco columns...dozens of them.. and a low stucco wall between each one, and it is plagued with these stains along the entire length. Accessibility may be an issue as the fence looks to be a few hundred yards from the house, so one might need a rather large container of water. P. Doolittle....I'm sure you drive by this place often, ever tried to submit a proposal? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Mark Williamson 14 Report post Posted December 28, 2006 Safe Restore is what I would use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 PressurePros 249 Report post Posted December 28, 2006 Wet the stucco first Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DustinC 64 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Thanks guys, it turned out great stuccorustsample.pdf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Anthony G 14 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Dustin, Looks good. I like the before and after shots being sent to the customer. It lets them look back at it and remember the quality of work that you performed and they should call on you again. Anthony Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DustinC 64 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Thanks Anthony, My thoughts exactly on the before and afters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Anthony G 14 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Dustin, What program are you using for those presentations that saves to pdf? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 PressurePros 249 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Dustin. Perfection, man (I don't mean on the cleaning, but that looks excellent as well). That thank you letter is something no one should miss. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DustinC 64 Report post Posted January 8, 2007 Thanks Ken.adobe acrobat professional Anthony. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 HotShot 34 Report post Posted January 9, 2007 Very classy Dustin...good job Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 schrec 64 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 oxalic works, or new stucco would work too, haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Jeff 232 Report post Posted January 12, 2007 Dustin, Thats excellent the letter & pics. Your customer will take notice Everybody should take a lesson from dustin on this one. Jeff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 A Fountain 14 Report post Posted January 13, 2007 Dustin, great job! I hope you don't mind but i now will be adding thank you letters to my companies tool box. Aaron Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 K.J. Pressure Washing 14 Report post Posted January 13, 2007 Nice job all the way around Justin! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 DAVID V 22 Report post Posted January 17, 2007 Great job Dustin. I'm also going to jump on the before and after thank you letter. Thanks alot David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 WEW 14 Report post Posted January 17, 2007 For future refference HD sells stuff called Rust Aid. It's done wonders on stuff that oxilic and muratic didn't work on. ISYHTRAH Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 chrishartje 15 Report post Posted May 24, 2010 How would you handle these rust streaks.I have avoided it so far but the thought of using oxalic on stucco makes my knees weak. Dustin, What worked for you on this? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 sweetwaterfish 15 Report post Posted June 2, 2010 Wow...very nice presentation! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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