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EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner | Lifts & Removes Stains | Removes Algae, Mold, Mildew Organic Growth | Mild Stripper

EXPERT Clear & Bright Wood Cleaner is our go-to for deck restorations that do not require stripping.  Great for cleaning and restoring wood while removing stains caused by tannins as well as extreme organic growth such as algae, mold and mildew.  Works well on both treated and untreated exterior wood.

This is a  100% Sodium Metasilicate Alkaline based cleaning product that also has good stain lifting ability.  It can also be used as a light stripper and will remove some lumber grade stamps from decking boards and will kill.

Perfect for applying to wood prior to applying EXPERT Clean & Bright and EXPERT Stain & Seal systems.

EXPERT Clean & Bright is available in Concentrate packs, quarts, 1 gallon and 5 gallon containers.

EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner is STEP 1 of a 3-STEP system. It is recommended for surface prep prior to application or re-application of wood stains.  Allow wood surfaces to dry 48 to 72 hours (or longer) before applying EXPERT Stain & Seal wood stains.  For best results, use all EXPERT Clean & Bright Professional Wood Care products followed by our EXPERT Stain & Seal wood stains.

EXPERT STAIN & SEAL 3 STEP PROCESS FOR SUCCESS

Surface prep is key prior to application or re-application of all wood stains. For best results, follow our 3 step process using EXPERT Clean & Bright Professional Wood Care products followed by EXPERT Stain & Seal wood stains.

  • STEP 1:  CLEAN – Use one of our 4 wood cleaning products designed to clean and remove water and oil based stains as well as  dirt, grime and organic growth including mold, mildew and algae. In order of cleaning ability:     (LIGHT) Eco Cleaner (MILD) Wood Cleaner  (HEAVY) Wood Stripper (EXTRA HEAVY) Wood Stripper Booster
  • STEP 2: NEUTRALIZE & BRIGHTEN – Use our Chemical Neutralizer & Wood Brightener to deactivate cleaners used in Step 1 and return wood back to natural pH and wood color.
  • STEP 3- STAIN & SEAL – Use one coat of Expert Stain & Seal in transparent, semi-transparent or semi-solid colors.  For even more outstanding protection, try our premium one coat Expert Log & Timber Oil.

WHERE IS EXPERT CLEAN & BRIGHT WOOD CLEANER USED?

  • Fences
  • Decks
  • Siding
  • Shakes & Log Homes

WHY EXPERT CLEAN & BRIGHT WOOD CLEANER?

  • Effective Alkaline wood cleaner for removing surface stains
  • Remove and cleans organic growth stains; Algae, Mold and Mildew
  • Removes stains caused by tannins
  • Works well on both treated and untreated exterior wood.
  • Easy to Use & Clean Up
  • Restores Wood’s Natural Beauty
  • Step 1 or our 3 Step Process to Get your Project Ready for Expert Stain & Seal

 

COVERAGE RATE

8oz of EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner will make 1 gallon of cleaning solution and cover approximately  8oz of EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner will make 1 gallon of cleaning solution and cover approximately 150 to 250 sq. ft.  depending on surface and method of application.

 

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE APPLICATION STEPS

Mixing Instructions

Always wear heavy-duty rubber gloves, NIOSH approved respirator and PPE when working with EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner, or any other EXPERT Clean & Bright products.

Mix 4 oz to 8 oz of Wood Cleaner with each gallon of warm water and stir thoroughly until powder is mostly dissolved. Mix in a separate 5-gallon pail before transferring into a pump sprayer. This avoids clogging the sprayer. Use Cleaner solution within 6 hours of mixing. Wood Cleaner mixed solution is Yellow in color for ease of identification.

Mix Rates

  • Light Clean: mix 1/4 cup per gallon of water
  • Medium Clean: mix 1/2 cup per gallon of water
  • Heavy Clean: mix 1 cup per gallon of water

Application

Pre wet the surface with water before application. Apply EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Cleaner solution with a sprayer, brush, or car wash brush, working on small areas (100-200 sq. ft.) at a time.

If applying cleaner on vertical surfaces using a sprayer, work on small areas at a time, starting at the bottom, and working your way up.

If needed, scrub thoroughly with a hard, short, bristled broom, or brush. Be sure to keep the area wet with additional solution or mist from a water hose and allow the wood cleaner to sit for approximately 5 to 20 minutes or until the desired result is achieved.

Rinse

Rinse thoroughly with water from a hose or pressure washer using lowest effective pressure, to clean without damaging the wood.  For extreme build up of dirt, or organic growth use either a power washer, or a hard bristled brush. While using a power washer, use only the minimum effective amount of pressure to achieve the desired result.  Particular care should be taken in order to not damage the wood, power wash using a pendulum motion the full length of each board.  Do not start and stop as scarring or gouging of wood can occur.

Neutralize

After cleaning is complete, immediately neutralize and brighten the wood using EXPERT Clean & Bright Wood Brightener. Let EXPERT Wood Brightener sit for 5 to 15 minutes ensuring the entire surface has been properly neutralized and rinsed thoroughly. A color change will be evident when properly brightened, this will open wood grain and prevent poor stain penetration.

Important

After Brightener is applied, rinse wood’s entire surface for 10 to 15 minutes, and rinse all nearby surfaces including siding, windows, and foliage.

Allow wood surfaces to dry 48 to 72 hours (or longer) before applying EXPERT Stain & Seal wood stains. Stains must be applied when wood is dried to 13% moisture content or less.

Clean-Up

Clean tools and equipment immediately after each use with soap and water.

Additional Instructions

  • Keep Wood Cleaner wet while on wooden surface
  • Do not spray on glass surfaces
  • Test on a small, inconspicuous area of the wood to ensure proper wood care
  • Always wet plants, shrubs, and other vegetation before and after use.
  • Always brighten the wood after using this cleaner with Stain & Seal Wood Brightener

WARNING

  • Keep out of reach of children. Exposure to sodium metasilicate could cause irritation to the eyes, skin, or lungs.
  • If contact occurs, rinse immediately with water for 15 minutes. If irritation continues, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Do not ingest.
  • Always wear personal protective equipment when using this product.
  • DO NOT MIX WITH OTHER CHEMICALS.

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