How To Easily Remove Pencil Stains from Pavers and Concrete
Have you ever had pencil stains on your pavers or concrete? If so, you know that it can be difficult to remove them. Fortunately, there are some simple steps that you can take to get rid of those pesky pencil stains and restore your paving or concrete surfaces.
Updated 13 Mar 2023
By Blaž Stančič
The first thing you need to do is to rub the stained area with a damp cloth. This will help to loosen the pencil lead, which will make it easier to remove. After you have done this, use a wire brush to scrub off as much of the pencil lead as possible.
Once you have removed as much of the pencil lead as possible, it is time to tackle any remaining stains. To remove any remaining pencil stain, you will need to mix some trisodium phosphate (TSP) powder and water to form a paste. Apply this paste to the stained area and leave it on for a few minutes before scrubbing it off with a wire brush. You may need to repeat this process a few times to completely remove the stain.
If the pencil stains do not come off after using the TSP mixture, then you can try using white vinegar. Simply apply the vinegar directly to the stained area and let it sit for a few minutes before scrubbing with a wire brush. White vinegar is a great natural cleaner, so it should help to get rid of any remaining pencil stains.
Finally, you can also use a pressure washer to remove the stains. This is usually a good option if you want to remove tough stains quickly. However, you should make sure to use a low setting when using a pressure washer so that you don’t damage the surface of the paver or concrete.
Now that you know how to clean pencil stains from pavers and concrete, you can easily keep your surfaces looking great. With a little bit of effort, you can have beautiful paving and concrete surfaces again.
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