Spirits of Salts

Spirits of Salts, also known as muriatic acid or hydrochloric acid (HCl), is a highly potent acidic solution used extensively in construction, maintenance and industrial cleaning.

Description & Composition

A strong, colourless to slightly yellow, watery solution of hydrogen chloride in water, Spirits of Salts is widely employed in masonry and concrete cleaning, etching, and surface preparation. It is exceptionally effective at dissolving cement residues, tile adhesive, grout, plaster and scale build-up.

Typical Applications

Use	Purpose
Masonry & concrete cleaning	Removes cement slurry, mortar excess, tile adhesive, grout
Etching smooth concrete	Prepares surface before overlays or coatings
Descaling & rust removal	Cleans heavy scale, rust from metal surfaces
Drain unblocking	Penetrates grease, hair, paper and organic blockages

Spirits of Salts is used in versatile roles: cleaning masonry surfaces, etching concrete for better adhesion, removing heavy deposits in toilets or drains, cleaning patios or brick pavers, and even lowering pH in pools and water systems.

Packaging Sizes

The product is offered in a range of convenient pack sizes:

1 L, 5 L, and 25 L containers—suitable for both small-scale and commercial applications.
Other markets also supply intermediate sizes such as 2 L, 4 L, 20 L, up to 208 L, catering to industrial-volume needs.

Safety & Handling

Due to its corrosive nature, this product must be handled with care. Appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, masks) should be worn at all times during use. Storage in a cool, dry place, away from children and incompatible substances, is essential. Always consult material safety data sheets for detailed handling and disposal instructions.

Spirits of Salts is a powerful hydrochloric acid solution ideal for rigorous cleaning, etching and descaling tasks in construction and maintenance work. With multiple pack size options and a proven track record in masonry, concrete and surface preparation, it is an indispensable tool for professionals and advanced DIY users alike.