SEMCO Surface Preparation
SEMCO Nu-Lift Cleaner
An environmentally responsible mineral-acid cleaner designed to remove mineral deposits, stains, alkalinity, and surface contamination without harming or discoloring grout and natural stone.
SEMCO Nu-Lift Cleaner lifts and removes dirt, efflorescence, hard-water deposits, magnesium, lime deposits, soap scum, alkalinity, and organic stains while remaining user-friendly, biodegradable, and suitable for use in confined areas.
Product Highlights
Cleaner Type
Mineral Acid
Environmentally responsible formula
Biodegradability
100%
Biodegradable cleaner
Primary Use
Deep Cleaning
Mineral and organic deposits
Application Areas
Grout & Stone
Safe on compatible surfaces
Key Benefits
Removes mineral deposits
Safely dissolves efflorescence, magnesium, lime deposits, hard-water residue, and similar mineral buildup.
Removes organic contamination
Helps lift dirt, soap scum, stains, and other organic deposits from compatible surfaces.
Balances low pH
Supports proper surface preparation by helping address alkalinity and mineral residue before sealing or coating.
Surface-friendly cleaning
Formulated to clean grout and natural stone without harming or discoloring properly tested compatible surfaces.
Confined-area use
Designed to be more user-friendly than traditional harsh acid cleaners and can be used in suitable confined areas with proper precautions.
Biodegradable formula
A 100% biodegradable cleaning solution designed for professional surface preparation and restoration work.
Prep B Procedure
Step 1 β Prepare the space
Remove debris from the surface and gather all required cleaners, water, sprayers, brushes, and equipment before beginning.
Step 2 β Washing process
Mix 1 part Stone Soap with 4 parts water.
Mix 1 part Power Cleaner with 4 parts water.
Lightly dampen the surface with water to reduce deep cleaner penetration.
Apply the Power Cleaner mixture lightly with a pump sprayer and allow it to sit for 2β3 minutes.
Scrub using a scrub machine or nylon brush.
Rinse thoroughly and ensure no residue remains.
Repeat the cleaning process with the Stone Soap mixture to remove chemical residue.
Step 3 β Additional information
Allow the surface to dry completely before applying sealers. Do not use muriatic acid for surface preparation, as remaining residue may cause adhesion problems.
Prep C Procedure
Step 1 β Prepare the space
Remove loose debris and gather all cleaning products, water, sprayers, brushes, and equipment needed for the procedure.
Step 2 β Prepare cleaning solutions
Power Cleaner Solution 1: Mix 1 part Power Cleaner with 4 parts water.
Power Cleaner Solution 2: Mix 1 part Power Cleaner with 9 parts water.
Nu-Lift Solution: Mix 1 part Nu-Lift Cleaner with 1 part water.
Step 3 β Washing process
Lightly dampen the surface with water.
Apply Power Cleaner Solution 1 with a pump sprayer and allow it to sit for 2β3 minutes.
Scrub with a scrub machine or nylon brush.
Rinse thoroughly and remove all residue.
Apply the diluted Nu-Lift Cleaner and repeat the scrubbing and rinsing process.
Apply Power Cleaner Solution 2 and repeat the cleaning process once more.
Step 4 β Additional information
Allow the surface to dry completely before applying sealers. Do not use muriatic acid, as residue may interfere with coating or sealer adhesion.
Prep D Procedure
Step 1 β Prepare the space
Remove all loose debris and prepare the required cleaners, water, sprayer, nylon brush, or scrubbing machine.
Step 2 β Nu-Lift cleaning process
Lightly wet the surface before applying Nu-Lift Cleaner.
Apply undiluted Nu-Lift Cleaner and allow it to sit for 2β3 minutes.
Scrub using a scrub machine or nylon brush.
Rinse thoroughly and ensure no residue remains.
Step 3 β Stone Soap rinse
Mix 1 part Stone Soap with 4 parts water.
Apply the mixture and allow it to sit for 2β3 minutes.
Scrub the surface with a scrub machine or nylon brush.
Rinse thoroughly and remove all remaining residue.
Step 4 β Additional information
Allow the surface to dry completely before applying sealers. Do not use muriatic acid for preparation because residue may lead to adhesion problems.
Downloads
SEMCO Nu-Lift Cleaner Product Data Sheet
PDF β product information, surface compatibility, mixing guidance, cleaning procedures, and technical recommendations.
Always lightly dampen porous surfaces before applying cleaner unless the selected preparation procedure specifically directs otherwise. Test the product in a small, inconspicuous area before full application.
Do not mix cleaning products together unless specifically instructed by SEMCO. Wear proper gloves and eye protection, provide adequate ventilation, rinse thoroughly between cleaning stages, and never use muriatic acid as a substitute.
