What is brightening? Brightening is
what we call the deep cleaning procedure used to remove gray,
tannin, and rust marks from a wood surface. Gray and/or black are
the natural colors of the exterior of dead wood. It becomes gray
because ultraviolet rays from the sun kill the top layer of cells,
leaving the wood left behind looking lifeless and dull.
Unfortunately not all deck brighteners are created equally. Usually
products that contain some form of chlorine bleach, or sodium
hypochlorite, have the ability to take away gray/dull areas while at
the same time break apart wooden fibers which makes it difficult for
stains and sealers to penetrate into wood properly. This is why so
many homeowners only get a single season out of their stains and
sealers.
DeckGeneral® Wood Brightener is a
biodegradable, non-flammable brightener and rejuvenator that is safe
and effective on exterior wood surfaces such as decks, fences,
outdoor furniture, log homes and hardwood. DeckGeneral® Wood
Brightener quickly and safely restores UV damaged, gray and weather
wood to its natural color and beauty. DeckGeneral® Wood Brightener
also lifts away tannin, rust, nail stains and invisible coating
barriers, such as mill glaze and from wooden surfaces, enabling
proper adhesion and penetration of subsequent coatings.
For maximum results, use DeckGeneral® Wood Brightener as the final
step to neutralize and brighten wood surfaces that have been treated
or cleaned with DeckGeneral® Deck Stripper or DeckGeneral® Wood
Restorer.
-Oxalic acid, which usually will be listed that way in the
ingredients list. Oxalic acids are particularly effective at
removing tannin stains and iron stains. A particular consideration
with cedar and redwood decks. Oxalic acid is not as effective
against mildew. If you have a mildew problem, try a cleaner made
with bleach before using oxalic acid to attack the tannin and iron
stains.
If you are looking for the Highest Grade Deck Cleaners, Deck
Strippers and Brick Paver/Concrete Sealers, you are at the right
place. We are committed to bringing professional grade sealing and
cleaning products to the homeowners and professional alike at
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DeckGeneral® Hose End Wood Brightener 5753
is a version of DeckGeneral® Wood Brightener
4022 that has been formulated for use with a
hose end sprayer. It is essential for great
results after using a DeckGeneral® Deck
Stripper or DeckGeneral® Wood Restorer.
DeckGeneral® Down Stream Injectable Wood
Brightener 4441 is essential for great
results after using a DeckGeneral® Deck
Stripper or DeckGeneral® Wood Restorer. It
has been formulated to be used in a
downstream injector.
DeckGeneral® Down Stream Injectable Wood
Brightener 5664 is essential for great
results after using a DeckGeneral® Deck
Stripper or DeckGeneral® Wood Restorer. It
has been formulated to be used in a
downstream injector.
Always
pretest an area to be cleaned to insure
compatibility with the product. Shake well
before using.
1. Apply immediately after done
cleaning/stripping the wood. Do not allow the
wood to dry! Take extra care to pre-rinse
vegetation.
2. Spray surface to be brightened with water,
then apply Wood Brightener with a brush, roller
or pump up sprayer. Use synthetic brushes or
rollers only. Wood Brightener is supplied as a
concentrate. Mix 1 gallon of Wood Brightener to
1 gallon of water for normal use.
3. Apply product at temperatures above 50ºF and
below 90ºF. Do not apply in direct sunlight or
high winds if possible.
4. Keep Brightener wet on surface by
occasionally misting with water. Brightener is
not effective when dry. If product dries on
surface misting with water will reactivate its
power. Allow Brightener to stay on surface
approximately 5-15 minutes to restore wood to
its original color. Difficult areas may take
longer.
5. When done take time to rinse the wood, home,
vegetation, cleaner residue, grime, and wood
fibers.
6. Wood should dry for 48 hours prior to a deck
stain or sealer application.
Water Test: If the water beads up or stands on the deck, your deck may not need sealing yet. A water test is the easiest way to ensure that the wood can absorb sealer or finish. Sprinkle water on the deck. If it soaks in immediately, the deck can be sealed. If the water beads up or stands on the deck your deck may not need sealing yet. When you are certain the deck needs sealer, lightly sand rough spots with a pole sander and 80-grit paper. Be sure to wear a mask so you will not inhale the sawdust.
SAFETY NOTE: Wear rubber gloves, close-toed shoes, a long-sleeved shirt and pants when applying deck chemicals to minimize the chance of skin irritation. Also, wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from back spray. Follow all manufacturers’ safety instructions.