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Professional Surface Cleaning Products

Choosing the right cleaner is essential when working with stone, porcelain, ceramic tiles, concrete, terrazzo, grout and other specialist hard surfaces. At AK Surface Solutions, we supply professional surface cleaning products for routine maintenance, deep cleaning, degreasing, post installation cleaning and restoration preparation.

Cleaners for Stone, Porcelain, Tile, Concrete and Terrazzo

Different surfaces require different cleaning chemistry. A product that works well on porcelain may not be suitable for acid sensitive natural stone. A daily maintenance cleaner may not be strong enough for grease, wax or heavy soiling. This is why our range includes neutral cleaners, alkaline cleaners, acid cleaners, degreasers, residue removers and specialist restoration cleaning products.

Choosing the Correct Cleaner by Problem

The best cleaning product depends on the surface and the type of contamination you need to remove. For everyday cleaning, a neutral cleaner is usually the safest option, especially on sealed floors and sensitive surfaces. For grease, oils, traffic dirt and heavy build up, an alkaline cleaner or degreaser is normally more effective. For cement residues, grout haze, mineral deposits and post installation cleaning, an acid based cleaner may be required on suitable acid resistant surfaces.

Neutral cleaners are ideal for routine maintenance and regular cleaning.
Alkaline cleaners are used for grease, oil, dirt build up, traffic film and deep cleaning.
Acid cleaners are used for cement residue, grout haze, limescale and mineral deposits on acid resistant surfaces.
Degreasers are used for workshops, kitchens, commercial floors and oily contamination.
Wax and treatment removers help remove old coatings, residues and previous treatments.
Specialist residue removers help deal with epoxy grout residues, construction dirt and difficult surface contamination.

What is the best way to apply professional cleaning products?

For best results, most professional cleaners should be worked into the surface, not just wiped over. On larger areas, we usually recommend a low speed rotary machine with a medium bristle brush or suitable white or green pad, depending on the surface type.

For professional work, the dirty slurry should ideally be removed with a wet vacuum before rinsing thoroughly with clean water. For smaller DIY areas, the slurry can be mopped away carefully, although even a basic wet vacuum will usually give a cleaner result.

Always test first and follow the product instructions for dilution, dwell time, agitation and rinsing.

Cleaning Product FAQs and Practical Guides

What is the best product for heavy duty deep cleaning and degreasing?

FABER 30 2.0 is our main heavy duty cleaner and degreaser for hard surfaces. It is used to remove grease, oils, traffic dirt, footfall contamination, maintenance residues and general heavy build up from porcelain, ceramic tiles, stone, concrete, terrazzo, grout and other hard surfaces.

For heavy contamination, allow suitable dwell time, agitate the surface and rinse thoroughly. It can be used diluted or stronger depending on the level of soiling.

When should I use COTTOSOLV?

COTTOSOLV is useful where contamination contains wax, old treatments, oily residues, sealer build up or dirt that needs additional solvent action. It can help break down stubborn residues before further cleaning with a product such as FABER 30 2.0.

How do I remove old waxes, coatings and maintenance films?

Old waxes, coatings, maintenance films and previous treatments often need a double stripping process. Apply DEC 21 first to break down waxes, coatings, sealants, impregnators, oily dirt and old treatments.

After DEC 21 has worked on the surface, apply FABER 20 directly afterwards without rinsing between stages. The final rinse is carried out after the stripping process has been completed.

What is the best cleaner for washrooms, showers, swimming pools and acid resistant surfaces?

DETERFUG is a professional acid based cleaner for deep cleaning acid resistant surfaces. It is effective for removing limescale, soap deposits, mineral build up, body fats, dirt build up, organic and inorganic residues and installation contamination.

It is particularly useful in washrooms, shower areas, changing rooms, swimming pool environments and other areas where heavy mineral or hygiene related contamination builds up. Do not use DETERFUG on acid sensitive stone such as marble, limestone or travertine.

How do I remove grout haze and cement residues?

Grout haze, cement residues and post installation contamination can often be removed using DETERFUG or DISYCOTT, depending on the surface and residue type.

If polymer modified grout, epoxy residue, paint, enamel or stubborn surface film is present, treat first with EPOXY RESIDUE REMOVER. Once the residue has been broken down, complete the final cleaning with the correct product for the surface.

How do I clean grout haze or installation residue from acid sensitive stone?

Marble, limestone, travertine and other calcite based stones are acid sensitive, so standard acid cleaners should not normally be used. The correct process depends on the stone finish.

Matt finish: FABER 30 2.0 can often be used neat or diluted up to 3:1, worked with a suitable white pad and rinsed thoroughly.
Honed finish: ABR 600 can be used with water and a white pad to create an active creamy slurry on the surface.
Polished finish: A3 YELLOW can be used wet as part of a polishing process to refresh the polished finish after light residue or dulling.

Always test first and contact AK Surface Solutions if you are unsure which product is suitable for the stone, finish or residue type.

Do I need to rinse after deep cleaning or stripping?

Yes. After deep cleaning, degreasing, stripping or residue removal, the surface should normally be rinsed thoroughly to remove loosened dirt and cleaning residues.

For double stripping, do not rinse between DEC 21 and FABER 20. Rinse only after the full stripping process has been completed.

Can AK Surface Solutions help me choose the correct cleaning process?

Yes. If you are unsure which product or process is right for your surface, contact AK Surface Solutions for practical advice. We can help you choose the correct cleaner for stone, porcelain, ceramic tiles, concrete, terrazzo, grout, patios, washrooms, swimming pool areas and specialist hard surfaces.

After deep cleaning or stripping, some surfaces may benefit from protection. View our stone sealers and protection products.

For oil stains, rust marks, organic stains or graffiti shadowing, visit our professional stain removal products.