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Safely Remove Tough Stains: For Commercial and Residential Use

Technology Benefits

Indoor and outdoor use Eco-friendly Works on vertical surfaces No need to wash or scrub Potentially anti-fungal for mold-related stains Instant

Technology Application

Removes: lube oil, grease, soil, rust, paint Works on: concrete, stone, stucco, brick, ceramic, wood

Detailed Technology Description

This new solution uses the oxidative reaction of specific photocatalysts with natural elements to thoroughly degrade tough stains (grease, soil, rust, paint, etc.) even in hard-to-reach micro crevices of porous surfaces, with one treatment. The photocatalysts are effective in the presence of natural and artificial light. During this process, a pigment in the composition hides the disappearing stain by blending it into the untouched surroundings. An immediate masking effect is observed after just one application, and removal of the stain is continuous over a period of time. In addition, reagents in this proprietary composition are inexpensive, widely available, and safe to humans, animals, and the ecosystem.

Supplementary Information

Inventor: Muradov, Nazim Z.
Priority Number: US7358218B2
IPC Current: C11D000920 | C11D000720 | C11D000726
US Class: 510240 | 510248 | 510253 | 510348 | 510363 | 510366 | 510432 | 510434 | 510477
Assignee Applicant: Research Foundation of the University of Central Florida Inc.lando
Title: Method for masking and removing stains from rugged solid surfaces
Usefulness: Method for masking and removing stains from rugged solid surfaces
Summary: For masking and removal of unsightly stains (e.g. oil, grease or rust) from rugged solid surfaces such as stone, concrete, asphalt, stucco brick, or ceramic.
Novelty: Masking and removal of unsightly stains from rugged solid surfaces by coating the stain with durable thin film of composition that masks the stain, and exposing the coated stain to environment that degrades and removes the stain

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Chemical/Material

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Chemical/Material Application

*Abstract

Many surface stains remain unavoidable through exposure, use, and environmental effects. In spite of this, staining can convey that buildings, roads, parking lots and other such surfaces are rundown and dirty, giving the impression of carelessness. Conventional remedies fall short of whatΓÇÖs now possible: an easy and environmentally-friendly way to immediately hide stains while ambient light works to remove the stain. Researchers at UCF have develped an eco-friendly solution for cleaning stubborn stains on rugged porous surfaces including concrete, stone, brick, wood, and many more. Strong enough for industrial use and easy enough for residential use, the method requires no special equipment or elaborate preperation techniques. The residential and commercial cleaning products market is growing and seeing pressure to replace less environmentally-friendly products, carving a niche for innovative products with the potential for higher profits based on positive customer perception.

*Principal Investigator

Name: Dr. Nazim Muradov

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Country/Region

USA