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Master Your Mix: The Softwash Recipe Chart
Take the guesswork out of softwashing with our easy to-follow recipe chart. Developed using real-world experience, it provides clear guidance on mixing Sodium Hypochlorite and Clever Wash surfactant to achieve the correct solution strength for a wide range of exterior cleaning tasks. Whether you're cleaning render, roofs, patios, driveways, cladding, fencing or UPVC, this chart helps you prepare the right mix with confidence.
• Easy to follow mixing ratios
• Suitable for domestic and commercial cleaning
• Helps achieve consistent results
• Ideal for contractors and DIY users
• Quick reference guide for everyday use
Download, save, or print your copy and keep it close at hand whenever you're preparing a softwash solution.
Softwash Mix Calculator
Use this calculator to work out how much chemical, water and Clever Wash surfactant you need to make your chosen softwash recipe.
Enter the total amount of finished solution you want to make, then choose your chemical strength and target recipe percentage. The calculator will show the correct quantities needed for your mix.
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Your Guide to Softwashing Podcast
The UK softwashing podcast from Mark Cave, founder of SoftWash UK Ltd, created for exterior cleaning contractors, softwash professionals, roof cleaners, render cleaners, business owners and anyone serious about safer, smarter exterior cleaning.
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The Professional Softwashing Podcast for the UK Exterior Cleaning Industry
Your Guide to Softwashing is a practical podcast dedicated to softwashing, roof cleaning, render cleaning, cladding cleaning, patio cleaning, driveway cleaning, chemical application, equipment choice, compliance, training and business growth in the exterior cleaning industry.
Hosted by Mark Cave, founder of SoftWash UK Ltd and Mr Clever Clean Franchise Ltd, this podcast is built on real industry experience, not guesswork. The aim is simple, to help contractors understand softwashing properly, use chemicals more responsibly, improve results, avoid common mistakes and build stronger exterior cleaning businesses.
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Use the player below to listen to the latest episodes of Your Guide to Softwashing.
