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Posted: Mon May 08, 2006 7:24 pm
by Sparks
Hi,

I have a reasonably new patio, we have a fountain set into it, however, this fountain splashes a little, and this seems to have stained the slabs with what I can only assume is lime scale?

The solution is to use rainwater (I assume this will be ok!) this is not a problem, as I have installed a rainwater irrigation system, and have connected this fountain up to it.

The problem left is; how to remove the stain!

Here are some pictures, and I know, I need to sweep it!!

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Thanks for any suggestions!

Posted: Wed May 10, 2006 7:48 pm
by Sparks
Someone must know!

Would it be OK to use brick Acid on this type of paving?

Posted: Thu May 11, 2006 2:51 am
by Suggers
Hey Sparks,
Don't panic - everyone's thinking - Great photos - what is the paving?

Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 10:29 am
by Sparks
I am not quite sure what it is called, but when it is cut, the cross section looks like it is full of stones!

Posted: Sun May 14, 2006 3:20 pm
by steve wilkin
try jeyes fluid i reckon that will do it.

Posted: Tue May 16, 2006 9:53 pm
by Tony McC
DO NOT use brick acid unless you want to make the flags even worse.

Use hot water, detergent and a stiff brush.

Once you have the flags clean, consider using a sealant to protect them from further staining.