How to remove Cement Stains from brick

Construction workers often pay very less attention to cleanliness. Their priority is to work quickly and finish the job. Very few workers are perfectionists who do neat work. Leaving cement stains on bricks is one of the main blunder that these construction workers do. Cleaning after them in such a situation becomes very hard.

Removal of cement stains from a brick makes it reusable therefore rather than throwing a perfectly good brick, try to remove it with the following method.

The hydrochloric acid method is somewhat dangerous which is why you need to follow instructions carefully. The availability of the acid isn’t an issue either. Make sure you stay protected and not hurry through the task. Take your time and remove the cement stains from the brick successfully.

Things that you will require:

·      Metal bristle brush

·      Hydrochloric acid

·      Water

·      Large plastic bucket

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Steps that you will need to take:

1.   Put the gloves on and start by mixing water with hydrochloric acid in the plastic bucket. Make sure that you use the ratio of one part acid and twenty parts water in case the brick is of a lighter color. If it is dark, use one part acid and ten parts water.

2.   If the brick is loose, soak it in the solution for about five minutes. In case the brick is part of a wall, soak the stained area with the acid solution for the same amount of time. This will loosen the cement stains making it easier for you to remove them.

3.   Now take the brick out of the solution and start by scrubbing the stains with the metal bristle brush. Scrub gently so that the clean surface of the brick isn’t affected.

4.   After the stain removal is complete wash the brick or brick wall with excessive amount of water. This is to make sure the acid solution becomes dilute enough to not affect the area where it is being drained to.

Tips and Warnings:

·      Always remember the ratio with which you mix the acid with water. It is very important to follow it exactly.

·      Make sure you aren’t working in the sunlight.

·      If the brick is on a wall you must pour the hydrochloric solution from above. Never splash it because the solution will splash off the wall and land on your face.