Toon-Brite, Aluminum Cleaner FAQ’s

Q: How do I apply Aluminum Cleaner?

A: We recommend using a pressure washer and or garden hose to remove the big stuff. Clean just after removing boat from water or before build up dries. This will also save you cleaner cost, as you won’t need as much. Now you’re ready to apply Aluminum Cleaner.

A: Apply using supplied trigger sprayer, Adjust nozzle down to a fine mist. Using a Plastic garden sprayer will be much easier but also adjust nozzle to a fine mist. Start at bottom and work your way up applying evenly as you go. If streaking occurs, reapply in that area. Let stand for up to 5 minutes and rinse.

Q: Do I dilute Toon-brite?

A: Yes, Always. Toon-brite is concentrated and therefore must be diluted. For heavy cleaning, (meaning boats that are left in water) Dilute 50/50. For ALL other applications dilute 3-5 to 1.

Q: Will Aluminum Cleaner put a “shine” back on my old stained aluminum?

A: No, As a matter of fact, no acid based aluminum cleaner, no matter what brand, will put a “shine” back on old aluminum.

Q: What kind of finish will Aluminum Cleaner leave?

A: That depends on how strong you mix it. When mixed at a weaker ratio, about 3-5 to 1 it will remove slight stains and oxidation leaving a fairly shiny finish assuming that the original mill finish still exists. But when mixed at a strong ratio, about 1 to 1, Aluminum Cleaner will bleach aluminum to a uniform off white finish.

Q: What if I don’t want the “Off White” look on my aluminum?

A:  You can use Toon-brite Metal Polish & Restorer and bring your aluminum to a Show-room look

And or apply Clear-coat for real nice finish.

Q: Will Aluminum Cleaner harm my paint or decals?

A: No it won’t. Although we can’t possibly test our product on every type of paint and vinyl used today, we can say that in over twelve years of our customers using Aluminum Cleaner, we have not had one single instance of damage reported due to the cleaner.

Q: Will Aluminum Cleaner remove moss and algae?

A: No. We recommend using a pressure washer and or garden hose to remove the big stuff.

Q: Will it harm bunks or carpet on boat trailers?

A: No. Just rinse well after cleaning.