[richy]

Originally Posted by togwt

To neutralize an acid- [: amphoteric; reacting with acids and bases to neutralize an acid]
Acid will keep reacting with any surface it’s applied to if it isn't neutralized by an alkaline product [/i] Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) (lime -the type used on lawns and gardens) or Sodium bicarbonate (NaHC03) Adding a generous quantity of lime or baking soda and adding water will cause an exothermic (heat release) reaction, to produce a harmless salt. I prefer lime over baking soda since it is less expensive, is sold in larger bags and most gardeners have some lying around. Or use an alkaline product like
Eimann Fabrik Hi-Intensity Cleaner pH 12.0 - Eimann Fabrik Hi-Intensity Cleaner


Chem 101 Note: Always add acid to water... never add water to acid
When water is added to muriatic acid, an exothermic (heat release) reaction occurs. This is often accompanied by a violent ’blow-back’, which propels the acid mixture out of the container and onto the person making the dilution! This occurs because the heat generated by the reaction is under the cooler water and causing it to expand rapidly. When the acid is poured slowly into the water, the cooler water layer is on bottom, so the heat generated is dissipated upwards at a slow speed.

Jon..as always, great info there. I already have baking soda on hand so I will use that with the 3-4 tablespoon recommendation of AL.

[supercharged]

Originally Posted by togwt

To neutralize an acid- [: amphoteric; reacting with acids and bases to neutralize an acid]
Acid will keep reacting with any surface it’s applied to if it isn't neutralized by an alkaline product [/i] Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) (lime -the type used on lawns and gardens) or Sodium bicarbonate (NaHC03) Adding a generous quantity of lime or baking soda and adding water will cause an exothermic (heat release) reaction, to produce a harmless salt. I prefer lime over baking soda since it is less expensive, is sold in larger bags and most gardeners have some lying around. Or use an alkaline product like
Eimann Fabrik Hi-Intensity Cleaner pH 12.0 - Eimann Fabrik Hi-Intensity Cleaner


Chem 101 Note: Always add acid to water... never add water to acid
When water is added to muriatic acid, an exothermic (heat release) reaction occurs. This is often accompanied by a violent ’blow-back’, which propels the acid mixture out of the container and onto the person making the dilution! This occurs because the heat generated by the reaction is under the cooler water and causing it to expand rapidly. When the acid is poured slowly into the water, the cooler water layer is on bottom, so the heat generated is dissipated upwards at a slow speed.

Thanks, that's what I always do with Wheel Brightener. I figured it will be safer this way.

[Esienmann_M6]

why all this hassle? get P21S by the gallon and save effort and money! even if stuff are caked on P21S never let me down on them.

[togwt]

Originally Posted by Esienmann_M6

why all this hassle? get P21S by the gallon and save effort and money! even if stuff are caked on P21S never let me down on them.

I agree 100% (acid free )