Ben- When the screen shot of the phone saying it needed to cool down came on I said “Crap!” I thought it was my phone! 😂😂😂 When it’s 100 degrees I like to sit in the AC and watch a good old movie. 😃👍
Muriatic is a strong acid. It’s used to clean bricks or stonework to remove misapplied mortar. It’s much stronger than vinegar and you must wear protective clothing. Rubber gloves and safety goggles are a must. Follow directions on container. Don’t use full strength, diluting it with water. It will bubble/fizz when applied. Use a gentle flow from hose pipe to rinse off areas. A pressure washer will blast the muriatic acid all over the place.
Hi Mr. Ben! Great seeing one of your videos... it almost got past me. But I check time to time to see if you have anything..i guess i just need to ring the bell..lol.. I have never had a issue like this..but have heard good stuff about CLR....I'm surprised the Clorox didn't work.. that's always my go too as well.. great seeing ya and stay cool!
Some good old fashioned automotive rubbing compound and an electric buffer or maybe Ajax cleanser, Boraxo with a scrub brush. Could just try a wet bar of Lava soap first as a test to see if the previous products may work. SOS pads that has the soap already build in may work.
I thought it was calcium too as we get it inside from backwash filters for all the iron in the water. Glad to see you around and we're thinking of adding another backwasher instead of a 2 micron spin on. We still use a Black Berkey for drinking water. Stay cool. Everybody that I know that lives out that way says it's HOT as in over 110. I pass. Blessings 2 yall!
glad to hear from you! It was 108 when i got in my truck after work today in Aggieland. Much too hot for shooting videos in a garage shop without A/C. I would agree with many other commenters to try CLR or a like product, But be aware of the water runoff as it can kill grass, plants and even trees.
Do you remember commenting on my video on how to remove tough limescale from toilets? I used spirits of salt to get them clean, with hardly any work. Well, spirits of salt would clear that up easily. There are Amazon links to products on the description of my video. Cheers.
It was good to see you again.. hope your staying as cool as possible. I have relation in the Dallas area and they keep sending me pics of their thermometers. Crazy heat down there. Take care
Give white vinegar a go, if that won’t do it , muriatic acid which is much stronger. I was a mason for a number of years, and we used the later all the time.
Ben so good to see you posting again! Absolutely love your content and have been enjoying it for years! Do what's healthy for you but always look forward to more notifications from your channel
I remove calcium deposits with Muriatic acid or HCL. Leave it on the tiles for about 5 minutes and then pressure wash it very good. Repeat the process if necessary rather than have it on for too long since it is a strong acid. Masons use that all the time to remove the cement from stones, bricks, asphalt, etc.
Nice to see a new video from you. For calcium like that, you need acid base liquid, meaning vinegar or citrus. Don't apply for a long time or you'll disolve the top layer of your floring. Cheers :)
Well Ben I feel for you doing work in 100 degree heat. As far as removing the calcium I would try a mixture of white vinegar and water with a scrub brush. Hope that works for you. It’s great to see you back on RUclips. I thought something happened to you. Hope you post more often. Be well and good luck.
I didn't read through all the comments, so it's more than likely someone has already suggested that you use dilute Muriatic acid on the calcium depots.
Nice to hear from you Ben, I'm sure you have good reasons for not posting, so do what's right for you, but know we always love to hear from you ! If it's calcium deposits, it may be worth trying vinegar, but it could also be salt efflorescence which may require a stronger acid such as muriatic or a proprietary concrete cleaner !
@@mrbenmall Don't want to put you off Ben, could be worth trying the Vinegar before going stronger - take care in that heat, don't envy you despite struggling to get above 20 degrees here in the UK at the moment !
Mr. Ben, I wonder if CLR cleaner would be too strong or be just right? (Small test area) as they say…but I’ve got well water and use to clean my faucets and it really dissolves the white calcium 👍🏻
I tried SaniVac... which is what I used to use when I lived in the Texas Hill Country (well water) to remove calcium. No luck. If I decide to try again, perhaps Ill give CLR a try.
Welcome back Ben! Been there, done that. Don’t know what actually worked, but I used a bunch of different stuff. Yeah, dangerous but somewhere between , baking soda, vinegar, CLR, bathroom cleaner and Dawn I made progress. 🤣. Muriatic acid is quite dangerous. Used it to remove a serious oil stain in my driveway from the previous owner that just wouldn’t budge and the remaining portion in the gallon rusted my metal shelving just sitting there. Good luck! Stay cool. 🇺🇸
Welcome back Ben! Hope all is well, One of the easiest ways of cleaning hard water stains on brick is the “vinegar brush” method. To do this, you'll need a bucket, a nylon scrub brush, a spray bottle, a bottle of white vinegar which is undiluted, and in some cases, at least ¼ cup of trisodium phosphate.
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Good to see you back on here Ben. Your content is great and your format is inviting. Good to see ya!
Thanks BBHiker!
Ben- When the screen shot of the phone saying it needed to cool down came on I said “Crap!” I thought it was my phone! 😂😂😂 When it’s 100 degrees I like to sit in the AC and watch a good old movie. 😃👍
Hahah. Didn't anticipate that. Pretty funny.
I think an acid like Lime-A-way or CLR might work. Stay cool Ben!
I tried Sanivac. I'll try CLR next.
We can’t use water pressure washers at the South Pole. Well, because all the water is frozen. You have it good. A King’s comforts!
Just wait a few years. The south pole will melt.
@@mrbenmall global warming is a lie. Every decent Republican knows that. It is in the Bible as well. Thanks!
I vote CLR or Lime away that has already been suggested. They are great haters of calcium. Good to see you again.
CLR is my next try.
And it’s nice to see you on RUclips. I, too, have been too busy for the RUclips hobby.
:)
Muriatic is a strong acid. It’s used to clean bricks or stonework to remove misapplied mortar. It’s much stronger than vinegar and you must wear protective clothing. Rubber gloves and safety goggles are a must. Follow directions on container. Don’t use full strength, diluting it with water. It will bubble/fizz when applied. Use a gentle flow from hose pipe to rinse off areas. A pressure washer will blast the muriatic acid all over the place.
As a last resort I may try it. But muriatic acid scares me.
Nice to see ya again! You have some great suggestions in the comments, so I wont add my 2 cents. Good luck and keep cool.
Thanks
Hi Mr. Ben! Great seeing one of your videos... it almost got past me. But I check time to time to see if you have anything..i guess i just need to ring the bell..lol.. I have never had a issue like this..but have heard good stuff about CLR....I'm surprised the Clorox didn't work.. that's always my go too as well.. great seeing ya and stay cool!
Thanks Vic.
Some good old fashioned automotive rubbing compound and an electric buffer or maybe Ajax cleanser, Boraxo with a scrub brush. Could just try a wet bar of Lava soap first as a test to see if the previous products may work. SOS pads that has the soap already build in may work.
THanks John.
I thought it was calcium too as we get it inside from backwash filters for all the iron in the water. Glad to see you around and we're thinking of adding another backwasher instead of a 2 micron spin on. We still use a Black Berkey for drinking water. Stay cool. Everybody that I know that lives out that way says it's HOT as in over 110. I pass. Blessings 2 yall!
Thanks Lewie!
@@mrbenmall Sure, Pal. When and/or if you find out what it is, please let us poor souls know! Blessings to yall
glad to hear from you! It was 108 when i got in my truck after work today in Aggieland. Much too hot for shooting videos in a garage shop without A/C. I would agree with many other commenters to try CLR or a like product, But be aware of the water runoff as it can kill grass, plants and even trees.
Thanks Patrick. Yes walking outside takes your breath away. CLR is my next thing to try.
Do you remember commenting on my video on how to remove tough limescale from toilets? I used spirits of salt to get them clean, with hardly any work. Well, spirits of salt would clear that up easily.
There are Amazon links to products on the description of my video. Cheers.
I do remember that video. Thanks!
I would suggest CLR also, but cost wise, may be go with the cheaper vinegar option first and see 😅
Thanks!
It was good to see you again.. hope your staying as cool as possible. I have relation in the Dallas area and they keep sending me pics of their thermometers. Crazy heat down there. Take care
Yes, I wish I could afford to move someplace cooler. :)
C L R ... great to see ya Ben.
Thanks James. I'll try it.
Lima a Way or Muriatic acid are my guesses, I never delt with that before.
Thanks.
Give white vinegar a go, if that won’t do it , muriatic acid which is much stronger. I was a mason for a number of years, and we used the later all the time.
I'm scared of Muriatic Acid, but if it comes to that, I will.
@@mrbenmall I used to wash brickwork with it when we we’re finished with the job. I hated it. Be safe!
Hey Ben, missed your videos….too hot to do ANYTHING! Try CLR maybe?
That's next on my list.
CLR.
I'll try it next.
Enjoyed your latest video. Unfortunately, I have no secrets to share about your staining. Life sometimes get in the way. Take care.
Thanks Brian
Use a chemical called CLR
Got it. Will do.
White Vinegar supposed to work on calcium. I also use it to kill weeds, so be careful with your lawn.
Thanks!
Not sure about vinegar if there is limestone in the concrete, it may weaken the joints.
@@lotsabirds Wow, I did not think about that.
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Great to see you back Ben I would recommend something but everyone else has already done it good to see you stay cool
Thanks Michael
Ben so good to see you posting again! Absolutely love your content and have been enjoying it for years! Do what's healthy for you but always look forward to more notifications from your channel
Thanks. I will probably post more when it gets cooler. Here in McAllen Texas it's been in the 100s forever.
I remove calcium deposits with Muriatic acid or HCL.
Leave it on the tiles for about 5 minutes and then pressure wash it very good.
Repeat the process if necessary rather than have it on for too long since it is a strong acid.
Masons use that all the time to remove the cement from stones, bricks, asphalt, etc.
Muriatic Acid scares me. But thanks for the tip.
I laughed, I cried, I was on the edge of my seat the whole time!
Thanks RB.
Good to see you again, Ben. I've used vinegar and a stiff brush for these kind of stains. But never have I done that in 100 degree heat.
Thanks Bob. Yeah. Maybe I'll fix it in the fall.
Nice to see a new video from you. For calcium like that, you need acid base liquid, meaning vinegar or citrus. Don't apply for a long time or you'll disolve the top layer of your floring. Cheers :)
Thanks!
Calcium from ac condensate sounds weird. Id try a stiff wire brush and if that doesnt work it put plants there to cover it up 😂. Stay cool. Cheers
I'm going to try CLR next. If that doesn't work, might need elbow grease. Thanks Joe.
Well Ben I feel for you doing work in 100 degree heat. As far as removing the calcium I would try a mixture of white vinegar and water with a scrub brush. Hope that works for you. It’s great to see you back on RUclips. I thought something happened to you. Hope you post more often. Be well and good luck.
Vinegar didn't work too well. I'll mess with it more when it cools off.
great to see you ben!!!....you are a rock star in my book....👍👍👍😁
Thanks BigJim!
Try descaler for electrical appliances
I had never heard of such a thing. Just looked it up. Thanks. That might be a solution.
Ben, Nice to see you back. Your attitude and background music are great. Keep cool.
Thanks, will do!
AC water is plain water that comes out of the air that is lime from cement .
Good info. I'll investigate.
You need an acid. Can use vinager, acetic acid, let they work a few minutes, after that some brushing, and water
Thanks Lokermax
I didn't read through all the comments, so it's more than likely someone has already suggested that you use dilute Muriatic acid on the calcium depots.
You are correct. Thanks jim!
I agree that it is probably calcium or the like from hard water. I would use a CLR type product. It should go away then. Stay safe out there…
I'll try the CLR.
Hi Ben! Seeing a video from you made my day!
Thanks Merlin
Good to see you again!
Hey, thanks!
No worries about a video! Just checking 8n, hoping youre OK! Happy Fall!
It's evening now and still 94 degrees, but that was cool enough for me to clean out the garage. Doing fine! Ready for fall.
@@mrbenmall Glad to hear it Ben! Tonight will be the first really cool night here in months! Take care! Have fun!
Nice to hear from you Ben, I'm sure you have good reasons for not posting, so do what's right for you, but know we always love to hear from you !
If it's calcium deposits, it may be worth trying vinegar, but it could also be salt efflorescence which may require a stronger acid such as muriatic or a proprietary concrete cleaner !
If it comes to that (acid), then I may wait a while. Scary stuff.
@@mrbenmall Don't want to put you off Ben, could be worth trying the Vinegar before going stronger - take care in that heat, don't envy you despite struggling to get above 20 degrees here in the UK at the moment !
muriatic acid
Man that stuff scares me. As a last resort I might try it.
@@mrbenmall Just mix with water per directions, and remember to add acid to water and not the other way.
Mr. Ben, I wonder if CLR cleaner would be too strong or be just right? (Small test area) as they say…but I’ve got well water and use to clean my faucets and it really dissolves the white calcium 👍🏻
I tried SaniVac... which is what I used to use when I lived in the Texas Hill Country (well water) to remove calcium. No luck. If I decide to try again, perhaps Ill give CLR a try.
Welcome back Ben! Been there, done that. Don’t know what actually worked, but I used a bunch of different stuff. Yeah, dangerous but somewhere between , baking soda, vinegar, CLR, bathroom cleaner and Dawn I made progress. 🤣. Muriatic acid is quite dangerous. Used it to remove a serious oil stain in my driveway from the previous owner that just wouldn’t budge and the remaining portion in the gallon rusted my metal shelving just sitting there. Good luck! Stay cool. 🇺🇸
Muriatic acid scares me. I'll try some CLR.
Welcome back Ben! Hope all is well, One of the easiest ways of cleaning hard water stains on brick is the “vinegar brush” method. To do this, you'll need a bucket, a nylon scrub brush, a spray bottle, a bottle of white vinegar which is undiluted, and in some cases, at least ¼ cup of trisodium phosphate.
All of the above, and a cold beer or two.
I tried that without the trisodium phosphate. I will investigate further. Thanks.
Product called CLR - calcium, lime, and rust remover. Does great on all three for removing them.
I'll try it next