With no need for chemical cleaning agents and soft/delicate pressure, DOFF Steam Cleaning is the ideal cleaning solution for Brick Cleaning.
Whether it is listed buildings that uses older more delicate brickwork or more modern structures that have suffered from Graffiti vandalism, DOFF Steam Cleaning will clean bricks and make sure that there is no damage to the brickwork in the process.
Why brickwork needs cleaned
Properties that use brickwork for their exterior structure or boundary walls will become dulled, dirty and covered in bio matter such as moss and algae over the years. Combined with carbon pollution common in built up city areas, your properties brickwork can become stained with layers of dirt. Cleaning brickwork can restore the aesthetic qualities of the property.
Will this not damage the mortar between the bricks?
Short answer – no. DOFF Steam Cleaning uses super heated steam to clean the bricks. It does not need high pressure to acheive this. Therefore it is the ideal method of cleaning masonry bricks and walls without damaging the mortar.
Can DOFF be used on other stonework?
Yes it can. We use DOFF Steam Cleaning on multiple material surfaces. From brick to sandstone. DOFF is a great method of cleaning historic buildings sandstone work. We use DOFF Steam Cleaning because it is a flexible method of cleaning that delivers impressive results without damaging the original material.
If you have suffered at the hands of vandals and graffiti paint vandalism you will immediately want to know how to remove the paint from your properties stonework.
The quicker you act – the easier it is to remove graffiti paint from brickwork and stonework surfaces. By removing it quickly, you reduce the chances of the stonework being more permanently damaged by the graffiti paint. Sandstone for example is a very porous and absorbent material. By having the graffiti removed quickly, you also send a clear message to the criminals that this is a battle you are going to win.
Removing graffiti paint from brickwork
Brick walls and masonry surfaces are an ideal spot for vandalism using graffiti spray paints. They provide the criminals with a large space to create their ‘artwork’ and offer them a great hanging place to show their work to others. While paint removal solutions and paint thinners may seem like the ideal way of removing graffiti paint, all that they will do its dilute and help the paint to spread – worsening the problem. You should never use a jet pressure washer to clean the graffiti on softer stonework like sandstone as this will permanently damage the surface material.
Doff Steam Cleaning is the perfect solution for removing graffiti vandalism from surfaces such as brick walls. DOFF Steam Cleaning can be used both outdoors AND indoors on stone, brick and concrete. It meets the highest heritage standards for masonry cleaning and, combined with out use of TORC and Dry Ice Cleaning, we have become the preferred choice of many heritage buildings for building restoration and cleaning services.
Will the steam not damage the stonework?
We use the DOFF Steam Cleaning system because it is so delicate with the stonework and masonry that we use it on. Even though the the steam is super heated, the actual pressure at which it comes out of the nossle and onto the surface is very low. This gives a very gentle pressure whilst using a low volume of water (5 litres per minute). The surface is therefore not saturated and will actually dry in minutes.
With no harsh pressure or chemicals being used, there is no damage to the stonework. This is why DOFF Steam Cleaning is approved to be used by various heritage and preservation bodies including English Heritage.
DOFF Steam Cleaning can be used on brick, stone, concrete, tiles, wood and terracotta.
Quotes & Enquiries
At Balmore, we offer the expertise of four decades in difficult access works including roofing, rope access, industrial cleaning and drone inspection services. Our one stop shop approach to inspection, repair and cleaning has grown through our desire to constantly exceed our clients expectations and offer a service that is far superior to our competitors.
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