How Do You Clean White Brick Exterior With Muriatic Acid?
Cleaning exterior white brick with muriatic acid is an effective and dangerous way to clean. Working with muriatic acid requires wearing protective clothing and a respirator with an acid grade filter. Muriatic acid is the most corrosive over-the-counter product and should be used as a last resort for masonry cleaning. Prepare the area for cleaning. Dampen the wall with water. Lay protective fabric and dampen plants with water to avoid acid coming in contact with items other than the brick. Do not spray the acid if there is a significant wind; use a brush instead. Mix the muriatic acid with water. Always pour the acid into the water and pour slowly, as this will help to avoid splashing of acid. Typically, the mix is 1 part acid to 10 parts water. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on mixing ratios. Brush or spray the acid onto the wall. If spaying, use a plastic sprayer. Intend on throwing the sprayer away after use and have multiples in case you do not work fast enough. The sprayer
