This product is a very strong acid that will clean dried cement products off stones bricks and other masonry surfaces.
Muriatic acid to clean concrete off brick.
Dilute the acid with water.
If you need a stronger solution mix 1 part acid to 10 parts water.
Usually 1 gallon of muriatic acid to 5 gallons of water will clean 200 sq ft.
However if the pavers are a little more dirty than normal then you may want to increase the potency of the acid.
Apply the acid solution.
Mix 10 parts water to 1 part muriatic acid in a bucket.
Maybe 1 gallon of acid to 3 gallons of water.
Cover surrounding area with a plastic drop cloth to protect surfaces.
Use a garden hose to fully saturate the stone.
Masonry projects that use cement products like mortar concrete and grout can be messy.
Put on thick rubber gloves a ventilator mask and eye protection.
Be sure to get any stone that may come in contact with the acid solution.
Select the appropriate amount of muriatic acid.
The easiest dilution to remember is 1 cup of acid to 1 gallon of water.
It s important to pour the masonry cleaner into the water instead of the other way around to prevent any burns from the acid.
How to clean bricks and mortar with muriatic acid step 1.
Dip a second brush into the masonry cleaner mixture then gently apply the brush to the brick.
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Muriatic acid is a sure way to clean masonry surfaces.
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