Clever Wash Softwash Surfactant

Clever Wash is a professional softwash surfactant designed to be used with sodium hypochlorite-based exterior cleaning solutions. It helps improve surface contact, cling, wetting and dwell time, making it a practical choice for contractors cleaning render, roofs, cladding, UPVC and other suitable exterior surfaces.

Who Is Clever Wash For?

• Softwashing contractors
• Render cleaning specialists
• Roof cleaning professionals
• Exterior cleaning businesses
• Facilities maintenance companies
• Competent users mixing softwash solutions responsibly

Why Use a Softwash Surfactant?

Sodium hypochlorite and water-based cleaning solutions can run quickly from vertical or uneven surfaces. A surfactant helps improve wetting, surface contact and dwell time, allowing the cleaning solution to remain in contact with the surface for longer where appropriate.

Clever Wash is especially useful when treating surfaces such as render, cladding, roof tiles and other exterior materials where improved solution contact can help achieve a more consistent application.

Technical Information

Suitable Applications

• Render cleaning
• Roof cleaning
• Cladding cleaning
• UPVC cleaning
• Exterior hard surface cleaning
• Softwash maintenance treatments, where suitable

How to Use Clever Wash

Clever Wash is typically used at a guide rate of 200:1. Always assess the surface, contamination level, weather conditions, chemical strength and runoff risk before application.

Batch Mixing Guide

Safety and Responsible Use

• Always read the product label and Safety Data Sheet before use.
• Carry out a small test patch before full application.
• Use appropriate PPE when handling softwash chemicals.
• Only mix chemicals in suitable containers and in suitable working conditions.
• Manage runoff responsibly and protect plants, ponds, painted surfaces and sensitive materials.
• Do not allow chemical solutions to enter surface water drains.

Important Compliance Information

Clever Wash is a surfactant designed to support the application performance of suitable exterior cleaning solutions. It must be used responsibly and in accordance with the product label, Safety Data Sheet and applicable UK health, safety and environmental requirements.

Important Product Notes

• Clever Wash is not a standalone exterior cleaning chemical.
• It is designed to be used as part of an appropriate softwash cleaning solution.
• Always confirm surface compatibility before full treatment.
• Do not exceed sensible guide rates without understanding the impact on application, rinsing and surface safety.
• Results depend on surface type, contamination level, chemical strength, dwell time and weather conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Clever Wash do?

Clever Wash helps improve the way a softwash solution wets and clings to the surface. This can help improve coverage and dwell time, especially on vertical or textured exterior surfaces.

Can Clever Wash be used with sodium hypochlorite?

Yes. Clever Wash is designed for use with sodium hypochlorite-based softwash solutions.

What is the guide mixing rate?

The typical guide rate is 200:1, which is 5ml of Clever Wash per 1 litre of softwash recipe.

Can I use Clever Wash on all exterior surfaces?

No product should be assumed suitable for every surface. Always test a small hidden area first and assess the material before full application.

Can Clever Wash be used in a pressure washer?

It may be used as part of suitable exterior cleaning systems, but always follow your equipment manufacturer's guidance and make sure the setup is appropriate for the chemical solution being used.

Is Clever Wash safe for plants and the environment?

Any chemical cleaning solution must be used responsibly. Protect plants, manage runoff, pre-wet and rinse where appropriate, and prevent chemical solutions from entering surface water drains.

Can Clever Wash be used indoors?

Clever Wash is primarily intended for exterior cleaning applications. Indoor use should only be considered where the user fully understands ventilation, surface compatibility, runoff, rinsing and safety requirements.

Will Clever Wash clean surfaces on its own?

No. Clever Wash is a surfactant. It is designed to support the performance and application of a suitable cleaning solution, not replace the cleaning chemical itself.

Need Professional Softwash Training?

If you want to understand softwashing properly, including chemical choice, mixing, application methods, surface assessment, COSHH, safety and responsible use, SoftWash UK also provides professional softwash training for exterior cleaners.

View SoftWash Training

Product Documentation

Clever Wash SDS Sheet: Click here to view the Safety Data Sheet