
Anti Eff is an Environex acid efflorescence remover for pavers and masonry blocks that also lifts grout haze and mortar residue. In 1 L, 5 L or 15 L.
What it does
Efflorescence is the white, powdery salt bloom that comes up through new pavers, block walls and mortar. Environex formulated Anti Eff to dissolve it, and it also clears grout haze and mortar smears. The SDS gives nitric acid at 30 to 60 per cent with phosphoric acid at 10 to under 30 per cent: a strong acid and oxidiser with a pH under 1.
Where to use it
Most concrete and clay pavers and masonry block, on driveways, courtyards and new walls, cleaned down after laying. Not for bluestone, travertine, marble or limestone composite products. See the whole stone and paving care range, and neutralise with Refresh.
How to use
- Wear safety glasses, gloves and boots; it may damage clothing.
- Dampen the surface with fresh water first.
- Dilute 40 to 65 mL into each litre of water in a plastic watering can, always adding acid to water.
- Treat 3 to 5 m² per batch. Work it gently with an Eager Beaver pad while it fizzes, for 2 to 3 minutes and no longer.
- Rinse before it dries. Neutralise with a capful of Refresh to every 5 to 10 L of water, followed by a clean water rinse.
Safe on / avoid
Most pavers and masonry blocks. Not bluestone, travertine, marble or limestone composites. A stronger mix or longer contact will damage the surface, so keep to the rate and time and trial a hidden spot. Keep it away from metals, combustibles and alkalis. Read the Safety Data Sheet before use.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to yellowish liquid |
| pH | <1 |
| Odour | Suffocating, acrid |
| Specific gravity | 1.26 |
| Dilution | 40-65 mL per 1 L of water |
| Coverage | Approximately 20-30 m² per litre of neat product |
| Dangerous goods | UN 1760, Class 8, Packing Group II |
| Poisons schedule | S6 |
Pack sizes and delivery
1L (minimum 6), 5L (minimum 3) and 15L, lot sizes as marked. Freight is quoted to your postcode at checkout. Dangerous goods freight applies.
▸Which efflorescence remover suits pavers?
An acid made for the job, used at its exact rate. Anti Eff is Environex's, diluted 40 to 65 mL to each litre and left for 2 to 3 minutes.
▸Is Anti Eff OK on bluestone, marble or travertine?
No. Environex rules out bluestone, travertine, marble and limestone composites.
▸Does Anti Eff remove grout haze?
Yes. Environex lists grout haze and mortar residue as well as efflorescence.
▸How far does a litre go?
Environex rates 1 L of undiluted Anti Eff at roughly 20 to 30 m².
No signal word This 2006 SDS predates GHS labels and gives no signal word or H codes. It classes Anti Eff as hazardous and a dangerous good, both oxidiser and corrosive. Contact with combustible material may cause fire (R8). Causes severe burns (R35).
- PPE: Chemical safety goggles, plus a face shield if it may splash. Impervious gloves, boots and an apron or coveralls. A supplied air respirator if exposure limits could be exceeded. Keep an eye wash and quick drench nearby.
- Handling and storage: Store cool, dry and ventilated on an acid resistant floor, out of the sun and away from heat, water, metals, bases and combustibles. Add acid slowly to water, never the reverse, and never use hot water.
- First aid: Eyes: flush with water for 15 minutes or more, lifting the lids, and get medical help at once. Skin: flush for 15 minutes while removing clothing. Swallowed: do not induce vomiting; give plenty of water or milk and get medical help. Inhaled: move them to fresh air and keep calm. Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26.
- Spills: Neutralise with soda ash or lime, then soak up with vermiculite, dry sand or earth into a chemical waste container. No sawdust, and keep it out of sewers.
- Dangerous goods: UN 1760, Class 8, Packing Group II, Hazchem 2X.
- Poisons schedule: S6. Child resistant closure required on all volumes.
- SDS: Safety Data Sheet last revised August 2006 attached to this page.
Dangerous goods · Class 8 · UN1760 · Packing group II
Anti Eff Efflorescence Remover for Pavers
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Quantity
1L is sold in a minimum of 6.
Delivery Information
Estimated dispatch: 4 business days after you order.
Freight is quoted to your postcode at checkout before you pay, with an estimated delivery date where the carrier gives one.
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