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How Does Soft Washing Work? 

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How does soft washing work? Unlike power washing or pressure washing, soft washing involves the use of a chemical blend to break up dirt, algae, grime, and other build-up, without the use of high-pressure washing systems that may cause damage to your surfaces.

Power washing requires the use of high-power machinery to assist in the delivery of the cleaning methods, whereas soft washing solutions use a low pressure pump and hose method. Soft washing deliberately uses a special blend of sodium hypochlorite (the chemical name for bleach), water, and surfactants to do the heavy lifting. A surfactant, just like its name implies, is a surface-acting agent. These chemicals are designed to disrupt surface tension and lift impurities. When surfactants are combined with sodium hypochlorite (bleach) and water, the resulting mixture is a highly effective soft wash solution that cuts through tough stains, grime, dirt, and build-up on the desired cleaning area. 

Soft washing was introduced primarily to provide cleaning services the ability to clean roofs and exteriors without damaging the protective qualities of the materials being cleaned. Soft washing will safely clean shingle roofs, windows, skylights, and more.

If you need to find a reliable provider of soft wash cleaning agents that can be used for your particular applications, Ecolink can help. 

  • Bulk Supply – Ecolink offers bulk sizing for all our chemical products. This includes 5- gallon buckets and 55-gallon drums to accommodate facilities of differing sizes and encourage price saving for ordering in bulk quantities
  • Knowledge and Experience – How does soft washing work? What are the best chemicals for your soft washing applications? Ask the experts. With over 30 years of experience, our dedicated team of chemists can answer any questions you have about industrial chemicals and cleaners and ensure you buy the best-suited chemical solutions for your uses.
  • Eco-Friendly – If you are looking for more sustainable chemical options Ecolink can help. At Ecolink, we are dedicated to the environment and reducing the carbon footprint of the chemical industry. We offer a diverse line of green chemical alternatives for industrial and cleaning uses. 

How does soft washing work & what are the right soft wash chemicals for your uses?

If you are in need of soft wash solutions or have questions about soft wash chemicals, Contact Ecolink here and find the right chemicals for your needs.

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