Batifast

Batifast is a powerful alkaline cleaner that can renovate many types of external surface such as tarmac, concrete, stone slabs, brickwork and tiled roofs. It will clean surfaces and remove stubborn stains such that can't be removed by brushing or with the application of Baticlean CR.

Batifast can be used on both dry and damp surfaces and is best applied with a sprayer however application by brush or even watering can is effective however coverage rates will not be as large as when spraying.  After application, the surface should be left for 10-15 minutes before being rinsed.

Do not use Batifast on aluminium of other soft metal surfaces. After use, it is recommended to use Baticlean CR to help keep surfaces clean.

Batifast is best used to remove stubborn growth and stains from exterior surfaces rather than for the cleaning of large areas.

• Batifast should be applied using a sprayer (however coating using a brush, roller or watering can is acceptable) and should be left on the surface for about 10 minutes but no longer than 30-60 minutes, depending on climate and level of staining.
• Try not to let Batifast dry on the surface. For very heavy staining you can brush whilst applying and then rinse with water and a brush or pressure washer.
• For heavily soiled areas use Batifast undiluted therefore 1 litre of this Rapid Acting Cleaner will cover approx. 6m2.
• For light staining or marked areas you can dilute Batiface to a ratio of 50:50 in water which will then cover 12m2.
• After the allotted time rinse the area.

What is the best way to apply Batifast?

Batifast can be applied in a number of ways however we recommend using a sprayer as this will give you the best rate of coverage at the ideal concentration. You can decide upon the best method of application for your particular area as brushing or even pouring the solution from a bucket or watering can could be better suited to some areas. We have a full range of sprayers, many of which can be used with Batifast especially our Cleaner sprayers that are designed to be used with alkaline solutions.

Why does Batifast need to be rinsed?

Batifast is a product that is designed to clean on contact and is therefore not pH neutral. Because of this, we recommend that the surface is rinsed however don't be too alarmed as the rinsing does two jobs; firstly, it is rinsing the product but secondly the mechanical action of rinsing will help to remove the staining especially heavier stains.

Can I use Batifast on any surface?

As Batifast is not pH neutral there are some types of surface upon which we recommend not using Batifast. It can be used on all types of mineral surface such as patio slabs, stone and brickwork as well as plastic surfaces such as uPVC and conservatory roofing sheets. We do not recommend using Batifast on some soft metal surfaces such as aluminium. If you are planning to use Batifast near any surface where there could be a potential conflict then we recommend wiping the surface after application, to ensure any overspray is removed, or covering surfaces to ensure that no overspray can come into contact with the area.

As with all our professional quality cleaning products, if you have any concerns then we recommend applying to a small area to test for compatibility prior to large scale treatment.

I am trying to remove black marks from my patio without too much success. Will Batifast help?

This is quite a common problem that is normally found when trying to clean areas of natural stone. The staining is commonly called blackspot and can bleed quite deep into the surface which is why it is very hard to remove. Batifast will certainly help you to remove such staining however BATIMUST is the product that we would recommend as, whilst very similar to Batifast, it has a different formulation which makes it more suited to the removal of blackspot.