Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover 5L - Patio & Paving Cleaner
Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover 5L is a powerful ready-to-use exterior cleaner designed to remove stubborn black spot, algae, lichen, moss and organic staining from patios, pathways and other outdoor paved surfaces.
Suitable for natural stone, concrete, brick and porcelain paving, this specialist treatment is ideal for areas where ordinary patio cleaning products are not strong enough to deal with established organic contamination. It can be used on sandstone, limestone, travertine, slate, granite, marble, terracotta, brick, concrete and porcelain paving and provides coverage of up to approximately 25m² per 5L container.
Key Features & Benefits - Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover 5L
- Manufacturer: Pavestone
- Product type: Black spot, algae, lichen and moss remover
- Size: 5L
- Manufacturer product code: 16216351
- Application: Exterior use
- Formula: Ready to use
- Coverage: Up to approximately 25m²
- Suitable surfaces: Natural stone, concrete, brick and porcelain paving
- Suitable for sandstone, limestone, travertine, slate, granite and marble
- Suitable for terracotta, brick, concrete and porcelain paving
- Removes stubborn black spot
- Helps remove algae
- Helps remove lichen
- Helps remove moss
- Targets organic staining on outdoor paving
- Ideal for patios, pathways and other outdoor paved areas
- Can be applied using a plastic watering can or suitable low-pressure garden sprayer
Patio Black Spot Remover for Paving
Black spot can become deeply established on patio slabs and natural stone paving and is often difficult to remove with an ordinary general-purpose patio cleaner.
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover is specifically formulated to tackle stubborn black spot together with algae, lichen, moss and other organic contamination, helping restore the appearance of tired or heavily affected paved surfaces.
Black Spot Remover for Sandstone & Natural Stone Paving
Pavestone confirms that the treatment is suitable for a broad range of natural stone paving, including sandstone, limestone, travertine, slate, granite and marble.
This makes it particularly useful for natural stone patios affected by persistent dark spotting, green algae, moss or lichen growth.
Always test the cleaner on a small, inconspicuous area before treating the complete surface.
Can I Use Pavestone Black Spot Remover on Indian Sandstone?
Yes. Indian sandstone is a natural sandstone paving material, and Pavestone specifies Black Spot & Algae Remover as suitable for sandstone paving.
The treatment can therefore be used to tackle black spot, algae, lichen, moss and related organic staining on suitable Indian sandstone patios and pathways. Always carry out a small test area first and follow the manufacturer's current application instructions.
Patio Algae, Lichen & Moss Remover
The product is not limited to black spot. It is also designed to tackle several common forms of organic growth found on outdoor paving, including:
- Green algae
- Lichen
- Moss
- Black spot
- Organic surface staining
These contaminants commonly develop on damp, shaded or exposed patio and pathway areas and can make otherwise attractive paving look dirty and neglected.
Suitable for Porcelain, Concrete & Brick Paving
In addition to natural stone, Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover can also be used on suitable porcelain, concrete and brick paving.
This broad surface compatibility makes the 5L cleaner useful where a landscaped garden contains more than one type of paving material.
Up to 25m² Coverage
A 5L container provides coverage of up to approximately 25m², equivalent to around 5m² per litre.
Actual coverage will vary according to surface texture, porosity, the severity of the contamination and the amount of product required.
Ready-to-Use Patio & Paving Cleaner
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover is supplied as a ready-to-use formulation and should normally be applied neat.
This removes the need to calculate dilution ratios for normal treatment and makes it straightforward to apply directly to affected patio or pathway areas.
How to Use Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover
Before application, remove garden furniture and other movable objects from the treatment area and brush away loose dirt and debris.
Shake the container well before use, then apply the cleaner neat using a plastic watering can or suitable light-pressure garden sprayer.
Allow the treatment to work for approximately 2-4 hours. The product may begin to fizz as it reacts with the contamination.
After the treatment period, rinse the surface thoroughly with clean water.
Suitable for Dry or Slightly Damp Paving
The product can be applied to dry or slightly damp paving.
Avoid applying it to surfaces that are saturated following heavy rainfall and do not use when rain is expected during the required 2-4 hour treatment period.
Black Spot Remover or General Patio Cleaner?
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover is the specialist choice when the main problem is black spot, algae, lichen, moss or similar organic contamination.
For patios affected mainly by stubborn ground-in dirt and general grime, Pavestone Heavy Duty Patio & Paving Cleaner may be the more appropriate treatment.
For routine maintenance of porcelain paving, Pavestone Porcelain Paving Cleaner provides a gentler pH-neutral solution.
Safety Advice
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover contains bleaching action and should be handled carefully in accordance with the manufacturer's current product label and safety information.
- Wear suitable protective gloves and clothing
- Use appropriate eye and face protection
- Keep children and pets away from the treatment area until cleaning is complete
- Avoid contact with metals, fabrics and painted surfaces
- Avoid contamination of ponds and aquatic environments
- Rinse application equipment thoroughly after use
- Do not mix or use with acid-based cleaners
Cleaning Porcelain Paving
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover can be used where porcelain paving has developed black spot, algae, lichen or related organic staining.
For normal everyday maintenance where this specialist contamination is not present, a dedicated pH-neutral product such as Pavestone Porcelain Paving Cleaner is the better routine cleaning option.
After Cleaning Natural Stone Paving
Once natural stone paving has been thoroughly cleaned and allowed to dry, a suitable protective treatment or sealer may help reduce the absorption of moisture and contamination and make future maintenance easier.
Always make sure the cleaner has been completely rinsed away and the paving is fully dry before applying any subsequent treatment.
Pavestone Black Spot & Algae Remover Technical Information
For complete manufacturer application instructions, coverage information and safety guidance, refer to Pavestone's current Black Spot & Algae Remover technical information before use.
Why Choose Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover 5L?
Pavestone Black Spot, Algae & Lichen Remover 5L provides a targeted solution for patios and paving affected by stubborn organic growth. Its ability to tackle black spot, algae, lichen and moss across sandstone, other natural stone, concrete, brick and porcelain paving makes it a versatile specialist cleaner for outdoor maintenance.
With a ready-to-use formulation and coverage of up to approximately 25m², it is suitable for restoring patios, paths and other landscaped paved areas where routine cleaning alone is not enough.
