NCC Intensive Porcelain Cleaner is designed to do exactly as the name says and allow you to clean external porcelain tile paving that has suffered a build-up of unwanted dirt, grime and grease etc., as well as surface staining by tannins from plant detritus and the ubiquitous red wine and other delights from external exposure with BBQ’s, Party Nights and of course gardening works etc.
Directions for use (Always Shake the Container Well Before Use)
As with all paving cleaning and surface treatments, we strongly recommend that you always test NCC Intensive Porcelain Cleaner on an inconspicuous area, particularly of the jointing material, prior to its general use. (Please also see the additional note on this subject at the foot of this Product Page.) Always mask and protect any adjacent areas and materials that are not being treated with the product, including untreated timber etc.
Mild soiling (relatively): Dilute 1:10 parts in warm water and apply liberally with a low-pressure sprayer or apply directly to the affected surface with a scrubbing brush. Agitate with the scrubbing brush, or a so-called boat deck brush, then pressure hose / jet-wash off with clean water.
Severe soiling: Dilute 1:3 parts in warm water. Apply liberally using a low-pressure sprayer or apply directly to the affected surface with a scrubbing brush. Leave for 5-10 minutes and then agitate with the scrubbing brush, or a so-called boat deck brush, then pressure hose / jet-wash off with clean water. Repeat if required.
Extreme soiling: Apply undiluted using a suitable scrubbing brush, directly onto the affected areas only, then add a little water and agitate with the scrubbing brush, or a so-called boat deck brush. Leave to work for a further 10 minutes or so, then agitate again and finally rinse-off thoroughly with clean water by pressure hose / jet washing.
Important Notes:
- On larger areas all of these processes can be carried out by machines of the scrubber drier type, with the release rate for the solution set to normal, then proceeding to scrub the surfaces and remove / extract used solution as normal.
- Any residual alkalinity / product remaining on surfaces should be completely removed, which can be done by lifting with a little clean water and sponging-off from smaller areas, and/or machine rinsing and extraction for larger areas.
Consumption / Coverage (per litre):
If used for relatively Mild Soiling: 50m²
If used for Severe soiling: 20m²
For Extreme soiling use more concentrated at: 5-10m²
Additional Important Note: In relation to exterior porcelain tile paving joint staining, and failing exterior porcelain tile joints generally, with repointing requirements. This is especially important if single component, brush-in jointing compounds have been used initially, as these can be prone to discoloration in any event. As outlined in more detail on our website, these inferior materials are more DIY products and should never really be used for expensive porcelain tile paving, particularly as they are also not adequately resistant to jet washing, and so will need replacement in a few years at most. If any of this is an issue for you, please contact us at NCC Streetscape for detailed specific advice and recommendations on the best product to replace and repoint your porcelain, which will probably be one of the unique 2-part epoxy resin based vdw 815 or 850 joint mortars for optimum durability and a long service life. Email us at: technical@nccstreetscape.co.uk or call us on 01257 266696.
