How to Remove Efflorescence

We’re kicking off the year strong at Southeast Softwash with the release of a brand-new chemical product: Efflo-Go. This solution has been through extensive real-world testing, and it’s officially ready for launch. If you’ve struggled with tough mineral deposits that pressure alone can’t fix, this is the tool you've been waiting for.

🧪 What Is Efflorescence—and Why Should You Care?

Efflorescence is a common issue in exterior cleaning. It refers to white, chalky mineral staining that appears on masonry surfaces. There are two types:

• Primary: Minerals leaching from within the mortar or block

• Secondary: Minerals from external sources (like irrigation or fountains)

You’ll often find it on:

• Dumpster pads

• Brick and block walls

• Retaining walls

• Flagstone patios

• Commercial entries and sidewalks

And here’s the challenge: you can’t blast it away with pressure. In fact, the more you try, the more you may etch the surface and leave the stain behind. That’s where Efflo-Go comes in.

💡 Why Efflo-Go?

Efflo-Go is designed specifically to dissolve stubborn mineral buildup safely and effectively. It's not a generic acid—it’s a purpose-built cleaner with real-world results.

⚙️ Key Features:

• Buffered Formula: Low fumes, user-friendly

• Safe on Glass & Trim: No damage to windows or aluminum when used correctly

• No Special Equipment Needed: Just a pump-up sprayer

• Field-Tested: Proven on severe efflorescence jobs

• Minimal Pressure Needed: Often rinses clean without blasting

🧼 Field Test Recap: Dumpster Pad Enclosure

To demonstrate its power, we tested Efflo-Go on a commercial dumpster enclosure located between a hotel and a restaurant—one of the worst examples of efflorescence we’ve encountered.

🧱 The Problem:

• Heavy buildup coming from mortar joints

• Years of rain pulling minerals to the surface

• Pressure washing alone ineffective

🧪 The Process:

1. Pre-Wet the Wall – Light saturation to help the chemical activate

2. Apply Efflo-Go – Via pump-up sprayer

3. Let It Sit – 5–10 minutes dwell time

4. Rinse – With a 12V softwash system (no pressure washer used)

5. Repeat if Needed – Two coats removed nearly all stains

“This was one of the worst we’ve seen—and Efflo-Go did the job without pressure,” said Cody.

🛠 When and Where to Use Efflo-Go

This chemical is a must-have when working on surfaces where pressure is risky or ineffective. It works on:

• Apartment complex masonry

• HOA monuments and signs

• Dumpster pads

• Patios and pavers

• Historic stonework

It’s also a great upsell for clients who have unsightly mineral stains they didn’t even know could be removed.

🧃 Product Details

Efflo-Go will be available on the Southeast Softwash website. A landing page is live now so contractors can stay in the loop and grab it when stock goes live.

🧴 Key Info:

• Concentrated formula

• Apply via pump-up sprayer (not for downstreaming)

• Built-in surfactants and buffers

• Safe, effective, and fast-acting

📦 Don’t wait—once this product launches, it’s expected to sell out quickly. Contractors have been waiting for a reliable efflorescence cleaner like this for years.