Benz Trade Tips

Beware: Not all biocides are as effective as Benz Bio Cleanze
Why should you choose Benz Bio Cleanze over other quaternary ammonium biocides?
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How to stop run-off from soft washing roofs polluting water butts & rainwater harvesting systems
Softwash contractor asked about water butt safety after cleaning. How long should they stay disconnected to avoid contamination?
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Unique Problems of Soft Washing Man-Made Roof Slates (Part One)
Be cautious when soft washing man-made roofing slates. Cleaning can expose fibre cement and hidden damage.

Soft washing render
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How to maintain artificial grass
Artificial grass is an excellent, popular and low-maintenance alternative to natural turf, but like anything outdoors, it benefits from regular care to keep it looking its best. Here’s how:

How to stop algae re-colonising concrete patios & paths after soft washing
A customer asked us to analyse the reasons why a concrete slabbed patio, which he'd softwashed, recolonised faster than expected with light green algae.

How to soft wash timber decking & wooden buildings
How can you safely soft wash wooden buildings and timber decking, fences, sheds, wall cladding and garden furniture?
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Best Practices for Cleaning Indian and Yorkshire Sandstone
How can you use Benz Tornado Cleanze thick gel to remove black spot & soft wash sandstone?
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Our first newsletter of 2025
Catch up with all of the news from the soft washing industry & Benz HQ this quarter.
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What's the best way to soft wash polytunnels and greenhouses?
Polytunnels and greenhouses can be soft washed safely and effectively, although because of their delicate nature they require special attention.
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How soft washing contractors can work legally with the legislation - Part 2
Because H & S legislation has become so complex, few people fully understand it. This has led to much confusion and misunderstanding, often spread through online soft washing forums.
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How soft washing contractors can work legally with the legislation - Part 1
We've noticed erroneous assumptions being made about the legal uses of sodium hypochlorite for soft washing. A lot of misunderstanding, confusion and myths have arisen from these assumptions.
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