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Actichem Brownaway - Browning & Coffee Destaining Treatment

SKU AP494.005
BARCODE 9321760000750
By: Actichem
Original price $36.75 - Original price $73.08
Original price
$36.75
$36.75 - $73.08
Current price $36.75
Availability: This product will be delivered in 3-5 business days
Availability: 3 in stock ready to be shipped or picked up
Size: 500ml
Colour: Brown

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Please allow 3-5 business days for processing before it's ready for delivery or pickup. All standard delivery options still apply.

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→ Pickup available at: 208 Princes Highway, Arncliffe.
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Actichem Brownaway – Professional Browning & Carpet Stain Remover

Effectively rescue heavily stained carpets and flawlessly correct chemical discoloration with the highly specialized Actichem Brownaway. In the professional carpet cleaning and flood restoration industry, one of the most frustrating challenges is 'cellulosic browning'—a rusty, yellow-brown discoloration that occurs when carpets are over-wet, take too long to dry, or are treated with overly alkaline detergents. This professional-grade carpet stain remover is the ultimate restorative solution. Formulated with a highly active, low pH (1.0–2.0) acidic base, it instantly neutralizes high alkalinity, reversing the browning process and restoring the carpet to its original, clean appearance.

Engineered for maximum worksite reliability, Actichem Brownaway is not just a browning treatment; it is an exceptional spot cleaner for difficult organic stains. It aggressively targets and removes old coffee spills, tea stains, and severe alkaline urine stains that standard shampoos cannot effectively clear. It is supplied as a clear, odorless liquid that is entirely safe for use on synthetic carpets, delicate wool fibers, and fabric upholstery. Whether used neat for stubborn spot treatments or diluted 1:1 for full-area browning correction, these premium commercial cleaning chemicals provide professional technicians with a safe, non-hazardous, and highly efficient tool for absolute carpet restoration.

Who Is Actichem Brownaway Ideal For?

Actichem Brownaway delivers a fast-acting low pH formula, excellent browning reversal, and safe application on wool. It is highly recommended for:

  • Flood Restoration Technicians: Utilizing a highly advanced carpet stain remover to efficiently treat massive areas of cellulosic browning and watermarks that appear on carpets and rugs after severe water damage and slow drying times.
  • Professional Carpet Cleaners: Relying on the highly acidic formulation to correct 'alkaline browning' caused by previous cleaners using excessive amounts of high-pH traffic lane cleaners without properly rinsing the carpet.
  • Hospitality & Hotel Housekeeping: Taking advantage of the fast-acting spot treatment to remove stubborn coffee, tea, and beverage stains from dining room carpets and delicate lounge upholstery before they set permanently.
  • Pet Owners & Facility Managers: Deploying premium bulk cleaning supplies to effectively neutralize and remove dark, alkaline urine stains from carpets and rugs, restoring the visual appearance of the floor.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

  • Reverses Cellulosic Browning: Essential for professional restoration. It safely neutralizes the oxidation process that causes wool carpets and jute backings to turn brown after severe water damage, instantly restoring the original fiber color.
  • Targeted Coffee & Urine Removal: The ultimate spot-cleaning advantage. The low pH formula is highly effective at breaking the bond of natural plant dyes (tannins) found in coffee, and it neutralizes the high alkalinity of old urine stains.
  • Safe on Wool & Upholstery: Protects your client's high-value assets. While highly effective on stains, the acidic formulation is completely safe and actually highly beneficial for treating, stabilizing, and softening natural wool carpets.
  • Clear & Odourless Formulation: Prioritizes worksite comfort and presentation. The liquid is 'water-white' and contains no perfumes, ensuring no chemical smells or artificial dyes are left behind in the client's home or office.
  • Flexible Dilution Rates: Provides excellent commercial value. It can be used neat directly from the bottle for severe spot treatments, or diluted 1:1 with water to treat large areas of browning using a pump-up sprayer.

Technical Specifications & Application:

  • Brand: Actichem
  • Product Name: Brownaway
  • Product Type: Browning Treatment / Carpet Stain Remover / Coffee Destainer
  • pH Level: Highly Acidic (1.0 – 2.0)
  • Form / Color: Clear Liquid (Water-White) / Odourless
  • Application: Spot treatment for coffee/urine, or full-area spray for cellulosic browning.
  • Surface Compatibility: Safe for wool, synthetics, upholstery, and carpet fibers.
  • Dilution: Ready to use, or dilute 1:1 for delicate surfaces.

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Business days to delivery

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City 1 Day
VIC
Melbourne 1 Day
Regional 3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane 1–2 Days
Regional 3–4 Days
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Adelaide 2–3 Days
Regional 4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas 4–6 Days
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All Areas 4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas 4–6 Days
What causes a carpet to turn brown?

This is known as 'Cellulosic Browning'. It typically happens when the jute backing of a carpet gets too wet and dries too slowly (like after a flood), or when a cleaner uses a high-alkaline detergent and fails to rinse it out properly. The fibers oxidize and turn a rusty brown.

How does Brownaway fix the browning issue?

Actichem Brownaway utilizes a highly active, low pH (acidic) formula. When sprayed onto the brown area, it instantly neutralizes the high alkalinity and reverses the oxidation process, returning the carpet fibers to their original color.

Can I use this product to remove coffee stains?

Yes! Coffee and tea contain natural plant dyes called tannins, which are highly sensitive to alkaline cleaners. The acidic formulation of Brownaway effectively breaks the tannin dye bond, allowing the coffee stain to be removed completely.

Will this remove pet urine stains?

Yes. While fresh urine is acidic, old urine turns highly alkaline and leaves a dark yellow/brown stain. Brownaway effectively neutralizes this alkalinity, helping to remove the visual stain from the carpet.

Do I need to dilute this product?

It is highly flexible. For severe spot stains (like old coffee), you apply it neat (ready-to-use). If you are treating a massive area of browning across a whole room, you can dilute it 1:1 with water in a pump-up sprayer.

How do I apply it for large areas of browning?

Mix the solution in a standard pump-up sprayer. Lightly and evenly mist the affected carpet area. Use a carpet grooming brush to gently work the product into the fibers, and then allow it to dry naturally. The browning will disappear as it dries.

Is it safe to use on wool carpets?

Yes! Wool is highly sensitive to alkaline chemicals, but because Actichem Brownaway is an acidic (low pH) formulation, it is completely safe and actually highly beneficial for treating and stabilizing natural wool carpets.

Does this product have a strong chemical smell?

No. Actichem Brownaway is formulated as a clear, completely 'Odourless' liquid. This ensures you do not leave any harsh chemical smells behind in a client's home after restoring their carpets.

Do I need to extract or rinse the carpet after applying it?

For spot cleaning coffee stains, yes, you should rinse the spot after the stain breaks down. However, for full-room browning correction, it is often sprayed on as a post-treatment and simply left to dry naturally to neutralize the carpet.

Where can I find the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

The official SDS for Actichem Brownaway provides comprehensive safety, handling, and PPE instructions. Please contact Freshway Supplies directly to obtain the latest compliance documentation.

Should I wear gloves when using this product?

Yes. Because it is a highly acidic (pH 1.0 - 2.0) professional cleaning chemical, prolonged skin contact can cause irritation. It is always recommended to wear chemical-resistant gloves when handling spot cleaning treatments.

Do you offer trade pricing for carpet cleaning technicians?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for professional carpet cleaning contractors, flood restoration teams, and facility managers ordering bulk cleaning chemicals. Contact us to establish your account.

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