{"product_id":"expert-wood-deck-fence-cleaner","title":"EXPERT Wood Cleaner - Deck \u0026 Fence - Sodium Metasilicate","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Sodium Metasilicate Deck \u0026amp; Fence Cleaner (Step 1 System)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDeep Clean. Mild Strip. Restore Properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEXPERT Wood Cleaner™ is a professional-grade alkaline wood cleaner formulated with 100% sodium metasilicate. It is engineered for deck and fence restorations that require deep cleaning and controlled mild stripping, without the harshness of aggressive solvent strippers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis is our go-to solution when wood needs more than a rinse but does not require full coating removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePart of the Fence Armor™ 3-Step Wood Restoration System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/wood-cleaner-image.png?v=1668057757\" class=\"badge-log\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWhen activated with water, EXPERT Wood Cleaner™ penetrates wood fibers to lift and break down:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Embedded dirt and grime\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Mold, mildew, and algae staining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Organic growth residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Oxidation and weathering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Some failing semi-transparent stains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e✔ Lumber mill grade stamps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIt cleans deeper than oxygenated cleaners and provides mild stripping action to properly prepare wood for brightening and staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/66iTFmUbXw4?si=37ZXgM5FakMEZPMr\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Sodium Metasilicate?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTrusted by restoration contractors, sodium metasilicate breaks down organic contamination, lifts failing coatings, and prepares wood for brightening and staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Sodium Metasilicate. No fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Deck restoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Fence restoration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Pergolas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Exterior wood siding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Oxidized or weathered wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Pre-stain surface preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eNot designed to remove intact paint, solid stain, or heavy film-forming coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMixing Instructions \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLight Cleaning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e1\/4 cup per gallon of water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMedium Cleaning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e1\/2 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Restoration \/ Mild Stripping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e1 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Stir thoroughly until dissolved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Keep the surface wet during dwell time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Do not allow the product to dry on wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e• Use within 6 hours of mixing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplication Guidelines \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-wet the surrounding plants and wood. Apply with a pump sprayer or brush, allow 5–20 minutes dwell time, agitate if needed, then rinse thoroughly using the lowest effective pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant: Always Brighten After Cleaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWood Cleaner™ is alkaline and must be neutralized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAlways follow with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStain \u0026amp; Seal Wood Brightener (Step 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis restores natural wood tone and balances pH before staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAllow wood to dry 48–72 hours before applying stain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eMoisture content must be 13% or lower before coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWear gloves, eye protection, and a respirator. Keep out of reach of children. Do not ingest or mix with other chemicals. Wet surrounding vegetation before and after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfessional Restoration Starts With Proper Prep\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eFence Armor™ 3-Step System:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStep 1 – Wood Cleaner™ (Deep Clean + Mild Strip)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStep 2 – Wood Brightener\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStep 3 – Stain \u0026amp; Seal Application\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRestore properly before you protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s the difference between Eco Cleaner™ and Wood Cleaner™?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eEco Cleaner™ (sodium percarbonate) removes organic growth like mold and algae with oxygenated action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eWood Cleaner™ (sodium metasilicate) is a stronger alkaline cleaner that also provides mild stripping action and deeper stain lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eUse Eco Cleaner for organic stain removal. Use Wood Cleaner for heavier restoration or when light stripping is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWill this remove the old stain?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIt can remove failing semi-transparent stains and surface contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIt is not designed to remove intact paint, solid stain, or heavy film-forming coatings.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need to use a brightener after this cleaner?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eYes, Wood Cleaner™ is alkaline and must be neutralized with a Wood Brightener (Step 2) to restore natural wood color and balance pH before staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this safe for plants?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eWhen used as directed and rinsed thoroughly, it is safe for surrounding vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eAlways pre-wet and post-rinse plants before and after application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow strong should I mix it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eLight cleaning: 1\/4 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eMedium cleaning: 1\/2 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eHeavy restoration: 1 cup per gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eAdjust strength based on wood condition.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I pressure wash after applying?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eYes, but use the lowest effective pressure to avoid wood damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eUse a pendulum motion and avoid stopping in one area.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSDS Info \u003ca class=\"article__link\" href=\"https:\/\/fencearmor.com\/blogs\/news\/dont-just-protect-your-fence-deck-wood-restore-it?_pos=7\u0026amp;_sid=730a27455\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003c!-- Card 1: DIY Patio Improvements This Season --\u003e\u003c!-- Card 2: Restore, Don’t Just Protect Your Wood --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"main-post-pro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--uniform\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item small--one-whole medium-up--one-third pro-blog\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/8806\/9429\/files\/2024-SDS-WOOD_CLEANER.pdf?v=1771508660\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Safety Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEXPERT Professional Wood Care products do not and cannot guarantee to kill or eliminate organic growth, mold, mildew, algae, and other microorganisms from the use of our EXPERT 3-Step System. The EXPERT Professional Wood Care products have not been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Canadian Fence Armor","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46522063782049,"sku":"502-08","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32 oz","offer_id":46522063814817,"sku":"502-32","price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":46522063847585,"sku":"502-01","price":99.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallons","offer_id":46522063880353,"sku":"502-05","price":389.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/1686\/2113\/files\/WOOD_CLEANER.png?v=1780933722","url":"https:\/\/fencearmor.ca\/products\/expert-wood-deck-fence-cleaner","provider":"Canadian Fence Armor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}