Restore A Garage Etch and Clean is a concentrated, acidic cleaning solution that produces a light etch. The material uses phosphoric acid to lightly etch the surface and remove mild efflorescence. Using phosphoric instead of muriatic acid gently increases the porosity without damaging the substrate, thereby allowing better penetration.
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Prepares concrete for staining and sealing
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Mild acid etches concrete
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Concentrated 4 parts Water to 1 part ETCH & CLEAN
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Sprays easily in acid-resistant sprayer
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Do Not allow to dry on concrete.
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Rinses with water.
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Dense concrete surfaces may require mechanical preparation to accept dyes, stains, and sealers.
Application:
Dilute the material as described. Test Etch and Clean to assure compatibility. Pre-wet surface with water. Apply with a pump sprayer and scrub with a nylon brush. Do not allow the solution to dry on the substrate. Once cleaning is complete, pressure wash or scrub with clean water, rinsing away all the cleaning solution. Let dry completely before application of coating or stain.
Coverage:
When diluted about 500-750 per gallon.
What is the best way to apply this?
Use a pump sprayer. It is a concentration so pre mix 1 part to 4 parts water,
Use this to apply: https://www.restore-a-garage.com/chapin-sprayer
I have new outbuild with fresh concrete. I dont have an easy way to rinse the solution. I will use a concrete grinder instead,. What type of grinding disk should I use? Should I use sand too?
Best to rent a floor grinding machine from your local rental yard. They will explain the options.
I have 1500 SqFt new concrete garage. I am looking to lay down your epoxy and clear coat. The concrete is flat and the water is not going to naturally run out the door. I can rinse it with a hose and push it out with a floor squeegee. Will that be OK? I also could rent a concrete grinder. Which is the better option? If I use the Grinder, do I push broom it afterwards or do I rinse and squeegee.. both?
Yes, that will work.
How much Restore-A-Garage Etch Clean will I need for 1600 square feet?
3 Gallons.
What is the effect on asphalt since it has to be rinsed and the water will run out the door,
It may etch it so rinse well right away to avoid any deep etching.
We have a two car garage that was recently re-surfaced to repair spalling. The floor has not been sealed or polished. Are we still required to etch the concrete before epoxy application? Thanks!
Yes, you need to etch.
I am looking to finish part of my basement floor approx. 800 Sq Ft. The house is 6 years old and the floor is in great condition.
2 questions:1- If I etch the floor indoors with no drainage, how do you suggest I rinse the etch solution off the floor- would a mop work?
2- There are large sections of concrete with seems in between. I do not mind the look of the seems and was wondering if I could just epoxy over them and let the seems show?
1. You have to rinse this etch. If you cannot, use a product like this. https://www.defystain.com/masonrysaver-no-rinse-concrete-etch-detail.html2. Fine with leaving the seams.
Have 1,200 sqft. Garage to epoxy. New, 7 months. Only a minor tire track. Finish was not polished floated. Owner pressure washed. Still need acid bath?
Yes.
Thanks
How can I prep/etch a basement floor without pressure washing (there’s HVAC equipment down there etc)? The existing paint will be taken off with a concrete grinder. Thanks!
The grinder should be sufficient for the prep.
Is this a one gallon container? It does not specify.
Yes.
A must for prepping the surface before applying the R-A-G Epoxy Kit.