Cleaning Wooden Decks

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American Building Restoration Products, Inc. has been a leader in the manufacture of innovative restoration cleaning products for the professional since 1970.

Dos and Don’ts of deck cleaning

Using a power washer, pressure washer or any high pressure water requires an intimate knowledge of the wood and the machine. Improper use of a pressure washer will damage the woods surface and /or make for an uneven appearance rendering the appearance of any stain or water repellant preservative (WRP) uneven.

Do: use a pressure washer if available. It makes the job a bit easier.
Don’t: rely on the water pressure to get the job done.
Do: Use a cleaning agent (ABR Deck and Siding Wash or X-180 Weathered Wood Restorer)
Don’t: Use harsh chemicals like bleach without diluting them with water and adding soap.
Do: Follow manufacturers instructions on the use of all cleaning products
Don’t: Sand your deck to clean or strip it unless absolutely necessary
Do: after your deck is clean and dry; apply a water repellant preservative.

Deck Cleaning made Easy

If you want you deck looking like new for the life of the deck, clean ir regularly with X-180 Weathered Wood Restorer. Scheduled maintenance makes it easier to clean. This will save you money, effort and time. So, take it easy and enjoy your deck.

Deck Cleaning information


American Building Restoration Products, Inc. is the manufacturer of the highest quality wood restoration and preservation product line for the professional and do it your selfer. Contact ABRP, Inc. by calling 800-346-7532 or on the web at www.abrp.com, abrp@abrp.com

Stone Cleaning Products

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American Building Restoration Products, Inc. has been a leader in the manufacture of innovative restoration cleaning products for the professional since 1970.

Dry Cleaning Stone

A new product, ABR Waterless Cleaning Poultice, cleans natural stone, cultured stone, brick and masonry surfaces with out the use of water or abrasive materials.

Rubber Mask

Apply and Peel

For best results when using ABR Waterless Cleaning Poultice:
1. Apply at a temperature of 50°F or higher. Apply evenly to avoid a thin, feathered edge.
2. Apply a 1/8” thick first coat to the surface with a brush, spatula, roller or designated airless spray equipment

ABR® Waterless Cleaning Poultice in an exterior application when air and surface temperatures are above 90 F may not allow for dwell times exceeding one hour. Allowing the Cleaning Poultice to remain on a heavily textured surface for over one hour may make the removal of the Cleaning Poultice difficult. Before application test to ensure easy removal of the Cleaning Poultice when temperatures are approaching or are above 90 F.
3. For stubborn stain removal it may be necessary to agitate the ABR Waterless CP® when still wet. Dirt and grime will be pulled into the ABR Waterless CP® while agitation takes place.
4. Allow the ABR Waterless CP® to fully dry a minimum of 24 hours on the surface. Depending on substrate and amount of contaminates to be removed a 24 to 72 hour curing time may be required.
5. To remove the dried ABR Waterless CP®, start at a corner and peel the film away from the surface.
6. Use ABR Waterless CP® with plastic sheeting as a drop cloth adhesive: As a emporary adhesive, it will hold 1 and 2 mil plastic sheeting to block off an adjacent area while work is in progress. Press plastic sheeting to the ABR Waterless CP® while it is tacky. Use masking tape to hold the plastic as the ABR Waterless CP® dries. Apply additional ABR Waterless CP® to the top edge of the plastic sheeting to ensure adhesion and to provide a dust and water tight barrier system or seal.

 

Stone Cleaning information

American Building Restoration Products, Inc. is the creator and maker of the patent pending ABR Waterless CP®. Contact ABRP, Inc. by calling 800-346-7532 or on the web at www.abrp.com, abrp@abrp.com

 

What To Do With Lead Paint

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The removal of lead paint has become a colossal issue across the nation. The paint manufacturing industry has paid millions in damages to municipalities and insurance companies. The US Environmental Protection Agency has enacted guidelines for contractors and home owners alike.

Lead Paint is Hazardous

It is important that everyone follows the rules and regulations regarding the removal and disposal of lead paint. The health of the population and the worlds environment is at stake.

ABR Citrus Paint Remover

American Building Restoration Products, Inc. has developed a reusable paint remover for the remediation of paint containing lead. The ABR Citrus Paint Remover is a surface friendly paint stripper available in a paste, gel, or liquid. The ABR Citrus Paint Removers are designed to remove multiple layers of latex paint, oil paint, varnish, stain and other finishes from wood, masonry, plastered walls or metal in a single application.
ABR Citrus Paint Removers are a unique development in the paint and coating removal industry. ABR Citrus Paint Removers do NOT contain methylene chloride and offer
a fresh citrus scent. The formulas are recommended for both interior and exterior use. No neutralizing is needed. The formulas are non-damaging to wood, masonry, plastered walls and metal.

What To Do With Lead Paint

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No matter the type of stripper used, paint removal, stripping or restoration can be a messy and tedious job so think before you start. If you can remove the item to be striped and set up a work area away from children, pets and things you don’t want to get stripper on, all the better. Doors come to mind. Removing the doors and working horizontally makes the task all the easier. Work on manageable areas at one time. Do not get ahead of your self.

Make sure you read all the information on the container. Failure to do so will cost you…hopefully only money. Reading the directions when using the ABR Citrus Paint Remover is vital for your safety and for the positively gratifying experience you will have when the job is completed.

When disposing of the stripper and waste paint be sure to follow regulations for disposal of lead paint of your municipality.