HG Headstone Cleaner, Gravestone Cleaning Spray, Removes Deposits, Dirt & Stains Easily from All Natural Stone – 500ml Spray (215050106)

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It is best to work in a small area, starting from the bottom then moving up. The work of scrubbing will loosen soiling from the surface of the stone. Now that we understand the basics of grave markers and the factors that affect their cleaning, let’s talk about the ingredients you can use to make your own headstone cleaner. This will minimize some potential effects of the cleaner such as crystallization of salt in the stone. It also makes it easier to rinse the cleaner from the surface of the headstone. Wet the surface to be cleaned before applying Halo. Spray onto the stone from approximately 15 - 20cm working from the bottom upwards one area at a time. Use a non abrasive to gently agitate the area using a circular motion to lift the contamination from the surface. After completion rinse down thoroughly with water to wash away any dirt, contamination and any remaining detergent.

And there you have it, folks! The best homemade headstone cleaners (and step-by-step instructions to use them) that you can make using everyday household items to help remove stains from marble, granite, or other stone. Remember that you should only thoroughly clean sandstone and marble headstones every 7-10 years. Any more than that is too damaging to the stone. Ask your family and relatives if anyone has recently cleaned the headstone before you set out to do the task so you’ll avoid this risk.I recently lost my Mother and going through the process of deciding on cremation or burial, casket or urn, and the many other decisions was just completely overwhelming. Slate. You should never use vinegar to clean a headstone, but it’s especially harmful to slate headstones.

The only thing you should do is spray and leave without rinsing or scrubbing. A stone is not harmed in any way by the use of bleach or harsh chemicals. Using the rain to remove headstone stains over time is a simple and effective method. For use with a garden sprayer, 1 gallon concentrate yields six droplets. You might be wondering why you would choose a homemade stone cleaner over a commercial cleaning solution. Well, there are a few reasons why a DIY cleaning product might be the way to go on your marble or granite stone. Once the debris is gone, rinse the stone well with water. Keep the whole stone wet during the entire process. It’s best for the stone to be continually moist, even if you only use a basic spray bottle and keep misting it. Step 5: Gentle brushing or scraping. No scrubbing! Baking soda is a gentle and effective cleaner that can be used on most types of headstones. Here’s what you’ll need: Even the best cleaners on the market need to be used cautiously. This is to ensure they offer the maximum effect while also ensuring the safety of you, your family, pets and your garden. We recommend that you follow these tips whenever you use our cleaners:Some areas may require a little more elbow grease than others. Once the debris lifts off the stone, dip a clean rag in fresh water and rinse away the soap suds so that none is left behind. Dry the headstone with a clean cloth or paper towels. Sandstone. Sandstone crumbles with moisture, so you should only clean it if necessary. Getting it wet too often will result in it disintegrating too soon. And last but not least, homemade cleaners are often just as effective at removing dirt and stains as commercial cleaners. You might be surprised by the results you get from a simple mixture of baking soda and water! Leave the bleach and household cleaners at home. They can stain the stone, eat away at its protective coating, or otherwise damage the monument. Don’t use natural, organic or biodegradable products, either