Safe PreCarb Cleaner (Powder)

Restore's Safe PreCarb Cleaner (MILD) is the Reaper’s “steady hand... a powdered wood and deck cleaner built for control, precision, and restoration without the chaos. Designed to remove dirt, mildew stains, and light oxidation, it restores the natural tone of wood decks, fences, siding, and other outdoor wood surfaces without raising grain or burning fibers.

This professional-grade formula gives contractors flexibility. Mix it strong when the job calls for muscle, or keep it mild for maintenance cleaning. Restore's Safe PreCarb Cleaner (MILD) dissolves easily in warm water and gets to work fast, cutting through grime while staying safe for most exterior wood applications.

Perfect for cedar, redwood, and pressure-treated lumber when you want results...not splinters.

2-Pound Jar

Directions for Use

• Mix 1 scoop of (2 oz.) per gallon of water for light or maintenance cleaning.
• Mix 2 scoops (4 oz.) per gallon of water for gray, moldy, or heavily weathered wood.
• Stir or agitate until fully dissolved before applying.
• Apply with a pump-up or low-pressure sprayer and allow 10–15 minutes of dwell time.
• Do not allow solution to dry on the surface...keep it wet or reapply as needed.
• Rinse thoroughly with a pressure washer or garden hose until runoff is clear.

Caution: Once mixed, use within the same day. Do not store mixed product in a sealed container. Always rinse thoroughly and neutralize after use.

Pro Results

• Powdered, metasilicate-based cleaner for wood and decking.
• Removes mildew stains, oxidation, and surface grime.
• Dissolves fast and mixes easily with warm water.
• Gentle enough for maintenance, strong enough for restoration prep.

Pairs best with Restore's Brightener Slayer (FIRE) as the finishing step to neutralize and enhance wood tone.