CIF Outdoor Multi-Purpose Anti-Stain Scrubbing Cream 450 ml – Pack of 4

Product Information

Even the slimiest of algae comes off easily and you can use it on decking, fencing, paths, patios, and driveways. It changed the look of my patio within hours, removing a layer of green stuff without even scrubbing.

Whichever you choose, it’s important to follow the instructions and use appropriate protective clothing.The company does a very good Stone and Wood Cleaner as its entry-level, basic detergent for cleaning patios, but it’s the Stone Plague Cleaner that really won us over, cleaning any plague off stones, tiles and concrete – including black spot that stays stubbornly there even after a jetwash. And don’t think you will be spending a day scrubbing, down on your hands and knees, as there’s a wide range of patio cleaners out there to make the job easy. Add it to wet surfaces and leave it for at least an hour – it mustn’t dry out though, so maybe don’t use it on a hot summer’s day – and then wash it away with a hose or pressure washer. Others need to be used with a pressure washer or sometimes a scrub with a broom for the best results.

It’s a lot less effort than using a pressure washer or scrubbing with a brush, and there’s no bleach or acid involved.We tried the products with a Nilfisk 140 Dynamic Pressure Washer/Patio Cleaner, a seriously good precision-control patio cleaner with a long hose and all the accessories you need – plus, it’s quiet. Results won't be instant but they will wow you, and the formula sticks to your patio for quite some time so it will prevent regrowth. Today, in more than 60 countries around the world, millions of people rely on Cif to keep their house beautiful.

In fact, the formula has a pH value that’s just above water although the manufacturers warn that it can be toxic to aquatic life. If you’re using a pressure washer, you will need to add the patio cleaner through the spray lance or a feed on the washer itself. Do note that it won't do anything to mould, algae, and the rest as it's purely for getting rid of smells. During testing, we also take note of a product’s smell, any special safety instructions, and how easy or difficult it is to apply.

Remember that using detergents other than those recommended could invalidate your pressure washer’s warranty, so check the fine print first.