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Sure Klean® CLEANING & PROTECTIVE TREATMENTS 101 Lime Solvent Sure Klean® 101 Lime Solvent is a concentrated acidic cleaner for dark-colored brick and tile REGULATORY COMPLIANCE surfaces which are not subject to metallic oxidation. VOC Compliance Safely removes excess mortar and construction dirt. Sure Klean® 101 Lime Solvent is compliant with all national, state and district VOC regulations. ADVANTAGES • Removes construction dirt and excess mortar with TYPICAL TECHNICAL DATA simple cold water rinse. Clear, brown liquid • Removes efflorescence from new brick and new FORM Pungent odor stone construction. SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.12 • Safer than muriatic acid on colored mortar and dark-colored new masonry surfaces. pH 0.50 @ 1:6 dilution • Proven effective since 1954. WT/GAL 9.39 lbs Limitations ACTIVE CONTENT not applicable • Not generally effective in removal of atmospheric TOTAL SOLIDS not applicable stains and black carbon found on older masonry VOC CONTENT not applicable surfaces. Use the appropriate Sure Klean® FLASH POINT not applicable restoration cleaner to remove atmospheric staining from older masonry surfaces. FREEZE POINT <–22° F (<–30° C) • Not for use on polished natural stone. SHELF LIFE 3 years in tightly sealed, • Not for use on treated low-E glass; acrylic and unopened container polycarbonate sheet glazing; and glazing with surface-applied reflective, metallic or other synthetic coatings and films. SAFETY INFORMATION Always read full label and SDS for precautionary instructions before use. Use appropriate safety equipment and job site controls during application and handling. 24-Hour Emergency Information: INFOTRAC at 800-535-5053 Product Data Sheet • Page 1 of 4 • Item #10010 – 102715 • ©2015 PROSOCO, Inc. • www.prosoco.com Product Data Sheet Sure Klean® 101 Lime Solvent Construction soiling and mortar residues on new PREPARATION brick and tile surfaces clean most effectively if the Protect people, vehicles, property, metal, painted cleaning is done within 14–28 days of installation. surfaces, plants and other non masonry materials Mortar and grout smears left on the surface longer from product, splash, rinse, wind drift and fumes. result in a more difficult clean down and may cause When working over traffic, clean when traffic is at undesirable results. Cleaning high-strength mortar/ a minimum. Protect or divert traffic if necessary. grout within seven days improves results. Vapors and liquid can damage a variety of metals and NOTE: Excessive moisture in the wall contributes fabrics. Clean masonry before installing windows, to efflorescence and other staining. Always protect doors, finished flooring, metal fixtures, hardware, open wall cavities from rain during construction. light fixtures, roofing materials and other non masonry items the cleaner could harm. If already Surface and Air Temperatures installed, protect with polyethylene before application. Best air and masonry temperatures for cleaning are Sure Klean® Strippable Masking is appropriate for use 40° F (4° C) or above. Cleaning when temperatures with this product to protect windows. are below freezing or will be overnight may Maintain ventilation to avoid buildup of potentially harm masonry. If freezing conditions exist before damaging fumes. All caulking and sealant application, let masonry thaw first. materials should be in place and thoroughly cured before cleaning. Equipment Apply with low-pressure (50 psi max) spray or densely-packed, soft-fibered masonry washing Recommended for these substrates. Always test. brush. Do not atomize. Do not apply with pressure Coverage is in sq.ft./m. per gallon of concentrate. spray above 50 psi. This drives the chemicals deep Substrate Type Use? Coverage into the surface, making complete rinse difficult. Burnished no Use acid-resistant rigging and safety equipment. Architectural Smooth yes 500–900 sq.ft. Test spray equipment for compatibility and to avoid Concrete Block Split-faced yes 46–84 sq.m. discoloration. Ribbed yes Rinse with enough water and pressure to flush Brick yes spent cleaner and dissolved soiling from the Tile yes 500–900 sq.ft. masonry surface and surface pores without Concrete Precast Panels yes 46–84 sq.m. damage. Inadequate rinsing leaves residues which Pavers yes may stain the cleaned surface. Cast-in-place yes Brick yes Masonry-washing equipment generating 400–1000 Tile yes 500–900 sq.ft. psi with a water flow rate of 6–8 gallons per minute Fired Clay Terra Cotta (unglazed) yes 46–84 sq.m. is the best water/pressure combination for rinsing Pavers yes porous masonry. Use a 15–45° fan spray tip. Heated water (150–180° F; 65–82° C) may improve cleaning Marble, Polished no N/A efficiency. Use adjustable equipment for reducing Travertine, Limestone Unpolished no N/A water flow-rates and rinsing pressure as needed for sensitive surfaces. Polished no N/A Rinsing pressures greater than 1000 psi and fan Granite 700–900 sq.ft. Unpolished yes spray tips smaller than 15° may permanently 65–84 sq.m. damage sensitive masonry. Water flow-rates less 500–900 sq.ft. Sandstone Unpolished yes than 6 gallons per minute may reduce cleaning 46–84 sq.m. productivity and contribute to uneven cleaning 700–900 sq.ft. results. Slate Unpolished yes 65–84 sq.m. Storage and Handling Repeated applications may damage surfaces. Sure Klean® Custom Masonry Cleaner is a more appropriate product. Transport and store in a cool, dry place with Sure Klean® Light Duty Concrete Cleaner is a more adequate ventilation. Vapors and liquid can appropriate product. damage a variety of metals and fabrics. Always Always test to ensure desired results. Coverage estimates seal container after dispensing. Do not alter or mix depend on surface texture and porosity. with other chemicals. Published shelf life assumes Product Data Sheet • Page 2 of 4 • Item #10010 – 102715 • ©2015 PROSOCO, Inc. • www.prosoco.com Product Data Sheet Sure Klean® 101 Lime Solvent upright storage of factory-sealed container in a dry Application Instructions place. Maintain temperatures of 45–100° F (7–38° Test thoroughly before cleaning. Provide adequate C). Do not double stack pallets. Dispose of unused ventilation. CAUTION: Multiple applications may product and container in accordance with local, affect the mortar color. state and federal regulations. Exterior Surfaces APPLICATION 1. Working from the bottom to the top, prewet a Read “Preparation” and the Safety Data Sheet before large area with fresh water. use. 2. Apply the diluted solution freely from the bottom of the work area up. ALWAYS TEST a small area (minimum 4-ft x 4-ft) of each surface to confirm suitability and desired 3. Let cleaning solution stay on the wall for 1–3 results before beginning overall application. Test minutes. Do not let cleaner dry into the masonry. each type of masonry and each type of stain. Test This may leave residue and stains. Fresh-water with the same equipment, recommended surface rinse the surfaces below areas being cleaned to preparation and application procedures planned prevent streaking. for general application. Let test area dry 3–7 days 4. Immediately reapply cleaning solution and before inspection and approval. Make the test panel scrape off heavy buildup of excess mortar using a available for comparison throughout the cleaning wooden scraper or piece of brick. Take care not to project. harm the masonry surface. 5. Working from the bottom of the work area to the Dilution top, rinse thoroughly with fresh water, removing Do not dilute product except as specified below. Do all cleaning compound, free sand, loose material not alter or mix with chlorine-type bleaches or other and debris. chemicals (may release toxic gases). Do not use for 6. Reapply as required following steps 1 through 5. applications other than specified. Handle in polypropylene buckets only. No metal Interior Surfaces buckets or sprayers. Acidic materials and fumes Proper ventilation is necessary. Test thoroughly. attack metal. Follow preceding preparation and cleaning procedures for exteriors. Rinse thoroughly with Dilute one part product with between 4 and 8 parts fresh water using a sponge or soft-fibered brush. clean water, based on test results. Always pour COLD water into empty bucket first, then carefully If there isn’t enough water for complete rinsing, add product. Never use hot water. More porous use neutralizing rinse following this procedure: masonry and high-strength mortar/grout will 1. Rinse with clear water. require stronger solutions. Clean glazed surfaces 2. Apply neutralizing rinse of 2 ounces baking soda with the mildest solution possible to avoid harm. to 1 gallon water. Always test to the final dilution that cleans best. 3. Saturate. Leave solution on surface 3–5 minutes. 4. Apply final rinse of clear water. brush. Do not atomize. Do not apply with pressure BEST PRACTICES spray above 50 psi. This drives the chemicals deep into the surface, making complete rinse difficult. Construction soiling and mortar residues on new Test spray equipment for compatibility and to brick and tile surfaces clean most effectively if the avoid discoloration. cleaning is done within 14–28 days of installation. Mortar and grout smears left on the surface longer Rinse with enough water and pressure to flush result in a more difficult clean down and may spent cleaner and dissolved soiling from the cause undesirable results. Cleaning high-strength masonry surface and surface pores without mortar/grout within 7 days improves results. damage. Inadequate rinsing leaves residues which may stain the cleaned surface. Excessive moisture in the wall contributes to efflorescence and other staining. Always protect Never go it alone. For problems or questions, open wall cavities from rain during construction. contact your local PROSOCO distributor or field representative. Or call PROSOCO technical Apply with low-pressure (50 psi max) spray or Customer Care toll-free at 800-255-4255. densely-packed, soft-fibered masonry washing Product Data Sheet • Page 3 of 4 • Item #10010 – 102715 • ©2015 PROSOCO, Inc. • www.prosoco.com Product Data Sheet Sure Klean® 101 Lime Solvent Cleanup tests to determine the suitability of this product for Clean tools and equipment using fresh water.