How to: Cleaning a Headstone Using D/2 Solution

I’ve been asked a few times recently about how to clean old headstones properly. In this video, I outline the necessary materials and the steps required to properly clean a stone. I hope you enjoy and become inspired to clean a stone in your local cemetery someday. God bless.
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[Chapters]
00:00 Intro
00:35 Materials
03:51 Step 1 - Scrape off large moss or debris
06:09 Step 2 - Wet stone. Make sure to keep stone hydrated throughout cleaning.
07:42 Step 3 - Apply D/2 Cleaner. Allow 10-15 minutes for cleaner to work.
10:10 Step 4 - Brush moss and lichen off the stone. Use circular motions for best results.
12:22 Time Lapse
12:50 Step 5 - Rinse. Use a garden hose for most effective and efficient results.
16:29 Step 6 - Let stone bake in the sun.
17:10 Done. Know that normal weathering will help clean the stone with the D/2. Patience is key.

[@Robert-mh6hq]

That's really cool of you. Thank you. I'll clean here a few where I live.

[@fortvne9268]

Thank you! And best of luck

[@fw4771]

Thank you for all that you have done for forgotten headstones. A mask might be useful, not sure about the particles from the moss (?) and lichen. I also notice you have work-shoes on that have a *metal tip.*

[@fortvne9268]

A mask isn't necessary TMK, but perhaps is you are susceptible it might be wise. Then again, you're biggest concern might be granite or marble particles, not the moss.

[@mikesimpson6757]

Thankyou for what you do!

[@fortvne9268]

Thanks!

[@annettehubbard9588]

Thank you for all you've done and are doing!

[@fortvne9268]

Thanks! It is a very satisfying experience that helps the community.

[@rawbacon]

Good Job!

[@fortvne9268]

Thank you!

[@stonecoldrestorations4591]

Nice job!

[@fortvne9268]

I appreciate it!

[@anitaludovici2859]

You really need to use several gallons of rinsing water on that big stone. Thank you for what you do.

[@fortvne9268]

You're right, and a hose was afterwards used to rise the stone. Thank you!

[@victorialoven2645]

Thanks for sharing this! Great work!
Where do you buy the D2?

[@fortvne9268]

It can be found on a website I believe it’s called Atlas Masonry. Try just googling D/2 and see what comes up.