The Wonders of Sodium Hypochlorite in Soft Washing 🧪🏡

By Mark Cave October 30, 2024

The Wonders of Sodium Hypochlorite in Soft Washing 🧪🏡

Soft washing, especially with sodium hypochlorite, has gained significant attention in the exterior cleaning market. Its popularity stems from its effectiveness in cleaning surfaces without the high-pressure damage associated with traditional methods. But what makes sodium hypochlorite such a game-changer in the field of soft washing? Let's dive into this magic solution.

✨ The Secret Sauce: Why Sodium Hypochlorite?

Sodium hypochlorite is recognized as one of the best bleach agents thanks to its potent disinfecting and cleaning properties. It is a key ingredient in household bleach and widely used in both commercial and domestic cleaning scenarios. In soft washing, it helps break down dirt, mold, mildew, and other contaminants effortlessly.

For a comprehensive insight into this chemical, consider listening to this podcast episode.

🚿 Application in Soft Washing

The use of sodium hypochlorite in soft washing involves creating a specific mix with water and surfactants. Doing so ensures a gentle yet effective cleaning solution that tackles grime without harming surfaces.

Here's a simple guide on how to clean rendered walls effectively using this approach.

📏 Importance of Correct Mixing Ratios

One crucial aspect is achieving the correct mixture ratio. An incorrect mix can either be too weak to clean effectively or too strong, potentially leading to surface damage. Our detailed mixing guide provides essential tips to ensure the right balance.

🌿 Environmental Considerations

While sodium hypochlorite is a powerful cleaning agent, it should be used with care to prevent any negative impact on the environment. It's important to rinse surfaces following a wash to prevent runoff, and always check if the product can affect surrounding vegetation by consulting whether soft washing can harm plants.

For those concerned about environmental implications and usage guidelines, our discussion about the legality of using sodium hypochlorite in soft washing could be insightful.

🛠️ Best Practices and Equipment

Investing in the right soft washing equipmentand training can elevate your cleaning efforts substantially. Our podcast episode on the best equipment offers an in-depth look at what tools and techniques are setting industry standards.

Additionally, if you're looking to learn from the pros, consider enrolling in our Soft Wash Training Course.

🧐 Debunking Myths: Will It Bleach Surfaces?

A common question that arises is whether sodium hypochlorite will bleach surfaces. While its primary use is to whiten and clean, its effects depend largely on the type of surface and the concentration used. We clarify these doubts in our podcast discussion on the topic.

When used appropriately, sodium hypochlorite can leave surfaces sparkling clean without unwanted bleaching effects.

🔗 Linking Knowledge to Practice

Now armed with a better understanding of sodium hypochlorite in soft washing, it's time to put this knowledge into practice! Visit SoftWash UK to explore our range of products, equipment, and expert insights. Embrace the transformation this method brings to your cleaning needs! 🌟

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If you are having difficulty getting your head around the maths, trying to work out what percentage of softwash you need, how much chemical, surfactant and water to add, then this is the App for you.

The Soft Wash Calculator App allows you to work out your soft wash recipe by telling you exactly how much chemical, how much water and how much surfactant to add to get the desired soft wash recipe.
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- works in both Litres and US Gallons
- tested for Protan and Deutan colourblind users
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You started with a 1% soft wash recipe of 50 gal (or litres) for a deck clean and you’re left with 13 gallons.

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You could consider the 13 gal as just water, top up the tank and start again.
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Softwashing calculator will also work for any chemical recipe. For instance you can use it for Sodium Hypochlorite, Bleach, Biocide , TFR traffic film remover and degreaser. Even the mathematically-challenged rocket scientist can top up their booster tanks to new fuel mixes after launch delays caused by changing weather conditions.

Using this app you will know exactly what chemical strength to put on any surface giving you the confidence and the knowledge of a professional soft washer and you’ll save money as well.

So if you have little knowledge of how to mix a soft wash recipe then this app is for you.
If you have little knowledge of how to remix a soft wash recipe then this app is for you.
If you want to save money when mixing a soft wash recipe then this app is for you.

This app is also backward compatible to devices running iOS7. We've done this so you can re-purpose an old iPhone 4 or iPod Touch 5 for what could be hazardous work environments. Just toss one in your cleaning van's toolkit.

Once you learn the methods and procedures of how to apply the soft wash to the different surfaces that need cleaning you’ll be unstoppable!

The app also has a guide to what percentage for what surface. And if you are the lucky owner of a Clever Injector it will remind you the correct setting for the job.
However you should always consider and risk assess what soft wash recipe you need to clean the surface.

** A major iOS code-base change may require a re-purchase. The appiverse at the time will confirm our promise that we won't do so unless the necessity is apparent.

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