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DETERDEK

CEMENTITIOUS GROUT HAZE REMOVER

WHAT IT'S FOR

  • Eliminates cement grout haze, efflorescence, lime deposits and hard water stains.
  • Removes soap scum, rust stains, paint and construction dirt.
  • Use indoors and outdoors on floors, walls, shower stalls, bathroom fixtures and facades.
  • Safe on acid resistant stone, porcelain, ceramic tile and terracotta.
  • Ideal for post-installation cleaning: it removes inorganic construction dirt.

ADVANTAGES

  • CONCENTRATED FORMULA: HIGH COVERAGE.
  • ECO-FRIENDLY: DOES NOT EMIT FUMES THAT ARE HARMFUL TO PEOPLE OR THE ENVIRONMENT. A WELCOME ALTERNATIVE TO MURIATIC ACID.
  • DOES NOT ALTER THE COLOR OF THE MATERIAL.
  • DOES NOT DAMAGE OR CORRODE ALUMINUM AND STEEL TRIMS WHEN USED ACCORDING TO THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS.
  • CAN BE USED AS A CLEANER OR LIMESCALE REMOVER, BASED ON THE DILUTION.
  • CONTAINS BIODEGRADABLE INGREDIENTS.

IDEAL FOR

  • PORCELAIN AND CERAMIC TILE, ACID RESISTANT STONE, QUARRY TILE, TERRACOTTA

BEFORE AND AFTER

HOW TO USE IT

Post installation cleaning: Wet the surface and grout joints with water, then use DETERDEK diluted 1:5 (1 QT of product in 5 QT of water).

Apply the solution to sections of a few square feet at a time.
Let sit 5-10 minutes, then rub vigorously with an abrasive pad or large brush.Remove the residue with a cloth or wet vac and rinse with plenty of water.Should any stubborn dirt remain, repeat the application with a more concentrated solution.Outdoor cleaning:On surfaces with outdoor contaminants (smog, dust, etc.), dilute 1:10 (1 QT of product in 2.5 GAL of water).Then follow the application instructions above.

PLEASE NOTE

Do not use on acid sensitive stone such as marble, limestone, or travertine. Test the product on a small, inconspicuous area of the surface or loose sample prior to full application.

COVERAGE

(1 GAL - 3.78 L)

  • Porcelain › Dilution 1:51,615 sq.ft. (150 m2)
  • Acid resistant natural stone › 1:5-1:10815-1,430 sq.ft. (76-132 m2)
  • Terracotta › Dilution 1:5410-815 sq.ft. (38-76 m2)
  • Coverage rates are indicative.

DETERDEK - Cement Grout Haze Remover

What it’s for:
Effectively eliminates cement grout haze, efflorescence, lime deposits, and hard water stains. It also removes soap scum, rust stains, paint, and construction dirt, making it ideal for post-installation cleaning. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use on floors, walls, shower stalls, bathroom fixtures, and facades. Safe for acid-resistant stone, porcelain, ceramic tile, and terracotta.

Advantages:

  • Concentrated formula for high coverage
  • Eco-friendly alternative to muriatic acid, emitting no harmful fumes
  • Does not alter material color
  • Safe for aluminum and steel trims when used as directed
  • Versatile: can be diluted as a cleaner or limescale remover
  • Biodegradable ingredients

Ideal for:
Porcelain and ceramic tile, acid-resistant stone, quarry tile, and terracotta surfaces.


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