{"product_id":"messmers-wood-amp-deck-cleaner-brightener-2-step-system","title":"Messmer's Wood \u0026amp; Deck Cleaner + Brightener (2-Step System)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMessmer's two-part cleaning system for preparing weathered, grey, or dirty wood before staining with UV Plus or UV Plus for Hardwoods. Part A lifts dirt, mildew, and old finish residue; Part B brightens and neutralizes the wood, restoring pH balance so stain penetrates and adheres properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended prep step before any Messmer's stain application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves grey, weathered wood colour and restores natural tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder concentrate — mix with water on site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential for previously stained\/treated wood and new redwood (age 6–8 weeks, then clean before staining)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweep debris off the wood surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve about 1\/3 cup of Part A (Cleaner) per gallon of hot water in a plastic bucket. Apply with a garden sprayer, mop, or plastic-bristle brush; let it soak briefly, agitate with a stiff brush, then rinse thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix Part B (Brightener) the same way and apply to the cleaned, wet wood. Let it dwell 10–15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Flood surrounding vegetation with water immediately after rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the wood to dry 24–48 hours before applying any Messmer's stain (Brightener can go on immediately after rinsing Cleaner — no wait needed between the two steps).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder concentrate, mixed with water on site — sold in 1 lb jars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 600 sq ft per pound when mixed — tougher jobs may need a second application or a stronger mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVOC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 g\/L (both parts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part A — sodium percarbonate; Part B — oxalic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–48 hours after cleaning\/brightening before staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not let either product dwell on unpainted aluminum or steel — can cause corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull technical data sheet available for download above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Messmers","offers":[{"title":"Part A - Cleaner","offer_id":50578051563759,"sku":"756448003928","price":54.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Part B - Brightener","offer_id":50578051596527,"sku":"756448003935","price":54.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/westhillhurstpaint.com\/products\/messmers-wood-amp-deck-cleaner-brightener-2-step-system","provider":"West Hillhurst Paint \u0026 Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}