Than to wipe off the mounting foam

Mounting foam is an indispensable tool in any repair, for sealing seams and joints, assembling various structures. But this building material should be used with caution, because when used, it significantly increases in size, thus causing the question: how to wipe the mounting foam from hands, clothes, doors and other unprotected surfaces?

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What tools are needed to work?

Before removing the mounting foam, carefully remove the foam cap with a knife or scraper with a precise movement, so as not to smear it even more. This will save you unnecessary trouble and save money to buy expensive tools.

To quickly remove the mounting foam from hard surfaces, you will need the following tools:

• face and hand protection;
• metal brush;
• knife( construction or kitchen) or scraper;
• special solution for foam dissolution;
• rag or wipes.

Important! Mechanical means in this case are good only for those surfaces that are not scratched and do not crack. If there is a risk of spoiling the material, it is better to refrain from this method of cleaning and use a special tool - it can be bought complete with the foam itself.

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Than to wash the mounting foam?

Select the type of the desired substance, based on the quality and type of material in the substrate. For example:

1. For stone, tile, concrete, metal and other strong, unpainted surface, the
   1. acetone is suitable: it instantly dissolves fresh foam and will be very economical;
   2. is a special product - it can have very aggressive chemicals in its composition;
   3. Isofoam r621 - will perfectly cope on the metal surface.
2. To remove the mounting foam from glass, wood and plastic, take:
   1. Cosmofen - suitable for washing both fresh and already frozen solution;
   2. drug "Dimexid" is inexpensive, it is available in any pharmacy and it launches well, but if it remains on the surface for a long time, it can leave whitish spots;
   3. refined vegetable oil - any one is suitable, it should be applied for 20-30 minutes and removed.

Important! Before applying any of the chemicals on a large contaminated surface, try to treat a small, inconspicuous area, and wash it off so as not to cause even more harm with chemical reagents.

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How to remove excess foam from concrete or metal?

If you have a rough, untreated surface that is not scared with scratches - it's all quite simple:

1. Cut the material cap as close to the surface as possible.
2. Handle any of the above listed products.
3. Leave to soak for 10-15 minutes.
4. Remove residues with a metal scraper or brush.

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How to clean the mounting foam from glass and plastic?

If the surface is plastic or glass, treat as described above, but scrape only with plastic scraper, brush or hard side of kitchen sponge.

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How to clean the mounting foam from the wooden door?

The previous methods are not suitable for wood, painted or polished surfaces. In order not to cause irreparable damage and keep the surface attractive, do the following:

1. Prepare a solution of soda or salt and water in the proportion of 1 tbsp.l.for 1 glass.
2. Process the desired areas.
3. Leave on for 3-5 minutes.
4. Wipe gently with a sponge for utensils.

Important! Never try to clean the with a fresh mounting foam with plain water, as it will only exacerbate the problem and contribute to the quicker drying of the solution.

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How to remove the mounting foam from the laminate, parquet and linoleum?

The following tools are best for solving the problem of dirt on a wooden painted floor, laminate or linoleum:

• is a special cleaner - it will penetrate even small grooves on the laminate or parquet, gently soften the sealant and thus help you easily remove it with a wooden stick or spatula;
• Dimexide - perfectly suited and does not damage these surfaces;
• salt solution - suitable only for cleaning freshly applied mortar, but it can be kept on a parquet or laminate no more than 5 minutes.

Important! The principle of rinsing the mounting foam in this case will be the same as for cleaning of wooden furniture .

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How to remove the mounting foam from the skin?

Polyurethane foam, as the basis of this sealant, does not carry toxic substances or negative influence on the skin. If you do not remove it, he will get rid of the skin, but the truth will have to wait a few days.

If you do not crave to go with this "decoration", use the proven tool - a solution of the kitchen salt:

1. Hold the hands in it until softening the foam.
2. Thoroughly scrape with a pumice stone or a metal brush.
3. Apply any nourishing cream on your hands.

Important! Do not use sealant from the skin for strong detergents and solvents, as it can damage the skin, up to a chemical burn, for .

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How to wash the mounting foam from the clothes?

The chance to get rid of the mounting foam from the clothes is small, but they can be used. To begin with, put aside strong substances such as acetone and solvents - they can damage the tissue itself or its color.

To combat this type of contamination use:

• stain remover;
• petrol;
• white spirit;
• special solvent foam for installation;
• freezer.

To properly wash the solution off the garment, proceed as follows:

1. Remove the lush cap of the frozen sealant, or gently remove still fresh solution without smearing.
2. Apply any of the above, necessarily, taking into account the type of fabric.
3. Hold the soaked dirt for 10-15 minutes.
4. Gently remove the softened foam particles with a brush or sponge.
5. Repeat the procedure if necessary.
6. Be sure to wash the thing with powder and stain remover.

For cleaning small drops of this substance on fabrics, especially on delicate ones, it is ideal only cold from the freezer:

1. Put the item in the package in the freezer for 30-60 minutes.
2. Separate the frozen particles from the fabric with a knife or hands.
3. If there remain unobtrusive foam spots, wipe them with a stain remover.
4. After the procedures, wash the thing as usual.