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Actichem Crete Clean – Safe-Acid Concrete & Grout Residue Remover 5L

SKU AP139.05
BARCODE 9321760001689
By: Actichem
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Original price $98.00
Original price $98.00 - Original price $256.94
Original price $98.00
Current price $91.18
$91.18 - $256.94
Current price $91.18
Availability: 7 in stock ready to be shipped or picked up
Availability: This product will be delivered in 3-5 business days
Size: 1 PK

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Actichem Crete Clean - Safe-Acid Concrete & Grout Remover (5L)

Execute post-construction cleanups safely and effectively with Actichem Crete Clean. Traditional builders' acids rely heavily on highly corrosive, fuming chemicals like hydrochloric or hydrofluoric acid. These pose extreme respiratory and burn hazards to operators and rapidly corrode surrounding metal infrastructure. Crete Clean is a professional-grade safe-acid residue remover that utilizes advanced organic salts. It delivers the aggressive dissolving power of traditional mineral acids without the associated toxic fumes or severe corrosive risks.

Engineered for commercial building contractors and tile restorers, this low-pH (pH ~1) green liquid rapidly breaks down dried concrete splashes, stubborn mortar smears, and thick grout haze left behind after masonry work. It is exceptionally effective at dissolving white efflorescence (calcium salts) that bloom on outdoor patios, brickwork, and pool surrounds. By significantly reducing the transport, handling, and application hazards of worksite acids, this 5-Litre concrete residue remover is the definitive, responsible choice for modern construction and restoration projects.

Ideal For:

  • Post-Construction (Builders Clean): Rapidly dissolves mortar splashes and cement dust from freshly laid tiles, windows, and brickwork without generating toxic, choking fumes.
  • Tile & Masonry Restoration: Effortlessly removes stubborn grout haze and unsightly white efflorescence blooming on outdoor patios, retaining walls, and pool surrounds.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Safely breaks down hardened concrete residue on cement mixers, trowels, and transport equipment with a drastically reduced risk of flash-rusting the metal.

Key Features & Operational Benefits:

  • Safe-Acid Technology: Replaces dangerous hydrochloric, sulphuric, and phosphoric acids with a proprietary blend of organic salts, providing aggressive dissolving power with a vastly safer handling profile.
  • Removes Concrete & Grout Haze: Chemically reacts with and breaks down the alkaline binders in cement and grout, turning hardened splashes into a soft slurry that is easily rinsed away.
  • Eliminates Efflorescence: Quickly dissolves the hard, white mineral deposits (calcium carbonate) that naturally leach out of brickwork and concrete.
  • Reduced Corrosive Impact: Significantly safer for use around sensitive architectural metals and aluminum window frames compared to traditional mineral acids (when rinsed properly).
  • Non-Dangerous Goods (Land Transport): The safer chemical profile means it is not classified as Dangerous Goods for land transport, simplifying worksite logistics and storage compliance.

Technical Specifications:

  • Brand: Actichem
  • Product Name: Crete Clean
  • Product Type: Safe-Acid Concrete & Grout Residue Remover
  • pH Level: ~1.0 (Low pH / Acidic)
  • Color: Green Liquid
  • Active Technology: Organic Salts / Acid-Replacement Chemistry
  • Volume: 5 Litres

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Business days to delivery

NSW
City 1 Day
VIC
Melbourne 1 Day
Regional 3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane 1–2 Days
Regional 3–4 Days
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide 2–3 Days
Regional 4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas 4–6 Days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
All Areas 4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas 4–6 Days
What is a 'Safe-Acid'?

Traditional builders' acids (like Hydrochloric Acid) produce choking, toxic fumes and can burn skin and metal instantly. Safe-acids use advanced organic salts. They provide the same heavy-duty dissolving power against concrete, but do not produce toxic fumes and are significantly safer for the operator to handle.

What is 'Efflorescence'?

Efflorescence is the crusty, white mineral salt (usually calcium) that blooms on the surface of brickwork, concrete, and grout when water evaporates. Crete Clean chemically dissolves these salts, restoring the original color of the masonry.

How do I dilute this for removing grout haze?

For light-duty cleaning such as removing thin grout haze after tiling, you can dilute Crete Clean with water up to a ratio of 1:20.

How do I use it for heavy concrete splashes?

For heavy concrete splashes or thick mortar smears, dilute the product at 1:4. Apply it to the residue, allow it time to react and bubble, agitate it with a stiff brush, and then rinse it away thoroughly with a high-pressure washer.

Is it safe to use on metal tools and cement mixers?

Yes. While it is highly effective at removing concrete from tools, it has a significantly lower corrosive impact on metals than traditional acids. However, you must rinse the tools thoroughly and ideally follow with a mildly alkaline neutralizer to completely prevent surface oxidation.

Will this damage my tiles?

It is completely safe for standard ceramic and porcelain tiles. However, because it is an acid, it will severely etch and damage acid-sensitive natural stones like marble, limestone, and travertine. ALWAYS pre-test on an inconspicuous area.

Does it produce strong fumes indoors?

No. One of the greatest advantages of Crete Clean is that it does not produce the overwhelming, toxic vapor that hydrochloric acid does, making it vastly safer for indoor 'builders cleans' in poorly ventilated bathrooms.

Do I need to wear PPE when using this?

Yes. Although it is a 'safe-acid', it still has a pH of ~1.0. You must always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including chemical-resistant gloves and safety glasses, during application.

Do you offer trade pricing for construction companies?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides volume pricing and trade accounts for builders, tile layers, and commercial cleaning contractors. Contact us to establish your account.

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