Taginator For Masonry Questions:
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Q: How much TAGINATOR do I need?
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A: 1 gallon of Taginator will remove 200 or more square feet of graffiti.
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Q: How do I determine square feet of graffiti?
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A: Measure the length of the graffiti multiplied by the height of the graffiti to get total Square foot area. Then stand way back and guess what percentage actual graffiti is in that area. Example: 20 ft. long x 5 ft. high = 100 sq. ft. area x 50% actual graffiti = 50 square feet of graffiti. You will need 1 Quart of TAGINATOR. Maybe 2 to be sure.
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Q: What is the success rate when using TAGINATOR?
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A: As an example, out of 100 spray paint graffiti removal jobs off of various kinds of raw masonry, TAGINATOR will completely remove all of the paint from 95 of those jobs. That’s a 95% success rate in our books! That’s batting 950.
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Q: Must I use a pressure washer to rinse away the graffiti?
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A: When applying TAGINATOR on to about 50% of the jobs, the graffiti will simply and quickly begin to bleed and run down the wall while you are applying or shortly thereafter. Those jobs will not require a power washer. The challenge is knowing if your job is one of those jobs before you begin. So we recommend to be prepared to pressure wash every job so you will always be the most successful.
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Q: Must I use a HOT pressure washer to rinse away the graffiti?
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A: No. Although hot pressure washers always do work faster than cold machines. On those tougher multi-layered graffiti TAGS or TAGS that had been painted over, HOT water can eliminate the need to reapply more TAGINATOR saving money and time. Also remember, 90 jobs out of 100 will be completely removed with a cold pressure washer. If you have a hot pressure washer you will bump up to 95 or more jobs out of 100 will be completely and easily removed and you will have not known that you had a tougher surface or tougher TAG. So, if it is in your budget and you have the means and the need, GO HOT. Call us for more details. 1-877-824-7763 ext 118
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Q: What Pressure Washer performance is needed to remove graffiti?
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A: The short answer is, because TAGINATOR is so damn good, all pressure washers will do the job but it’s a matter of how long it will take to get it done. Also, how fast a pressure washer gets work done is more a matter of GPM (gallons per minute) and rinsing than it is PSI (Pressure). These days most pressure washers are 3000 PSI or more. If you are a home owner and have one small tag on a masonry wall then sure a small 110 volt electric 1000 psi 1-2 GPM machine or a small gas engine power washer will also work. If you’re a contractor you’ll want a cold or hot 4-5 GPM gas engine machine. If you’re a Public works department keeping an entire city clean then you’ll want a 5 GPM or more hot machine with a burner on a trailer with a water supply tank and hose reels, etc. . Click here to view a few TagWashers. Call us for more details. 1-877-824-7763 ext 118.
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Q: How long do I wait before pressure rinsing TAGINATOR and the graffiti?
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A: When applying TAGINATOR on to about 50% jobs, the graffiti will simply and quickly begin to bleed and run down the wall while you are applying or shortly thereafter. When you experience this, go ahead and pressure wash rinse. DONE! Otherwise, wait about 10 to 15 minutes then test pressure rinse a lower corner. When good, pressure rinse the whole job. DONE!
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Q: Should I wear glove when removing Graffiti?
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A: Absolutely YES. Let’s be reasonable here… we are dissolving paint…wear liquid proof gloves and whatever else needed to prevent the products from getting on you. Be sure to read and follow the labels and the SDS’.
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Q: Does Taginator compare to thickened graffiti removal products?
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TAGINATOR liquid readily penetrates deep into masonry surfaces to get through and behind the graffiti paints better than thickened products.
TAGINATOR liquid removes twice as much graffiti per gallon compared to any thickened products.
TAGINATOR liquid costs half as much per square foot to use than any thickened product.
TAGINATOR liquid is quickly and much more easily applied by a pump up sprayer (TAGSPRAYER). Compared to brush applied thick products.
TAGINATOR liquid cuts application time and labor costs compared to thickened brush on products.
TAGINATOR is still the choice of major U.S. City Graffiti removal departments for over 20 years. (References Available)
TAGINATOR removes graffiti ghosts and shadows left behind by other thickened products.
TAGINATOR works the first time without needing a second “SHADOW” removing product saving “MAX“ time and money.
TAGINATOR, even if priced higher, still provides your BEST OVERALL VALUE. No Doubt!
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Q: What are safety instructions for Taginator?
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A: Taginator is a professional strength product for out door use and requires the minimum use of protective eye wear and rubber gloves. Additional protective wear may be worn to prevent the product making contact with skin if you so choose. Use good judgement and be sure to read all written information.
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Q: How is Taginator Applied?
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A: Taginator is applied full strength onto the graffit. Pour one or two gallons into the ETS manufactured TagSprayer (Compression spray applicator) The construction materials that make up the TagSprayer are compatible with Taginator. The TagSprayer also produces the proper non-atomizing fan shaped flow pattern needed for the product. Use of any other sprayer may be harmful to that sprayer or the person using it.
Fully cover all the graffiti with Taginator ensuring that there are no dry spots. More Taginator can be applied above the graffiti that will drape down and over the spray paint during the dwell period. (Note: for smaller graffiti Tags or for trial purposes, Taginator is available in a 32 0z. trigger spray bottle. Be sure to squeezes the Taginator trigger many times to get the spray paint good and wet. Do not try to cover too much area with this size container.)
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Q: What is the Taginator Dwell Time?
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A: Most often with in a couple of minutes the graffiti spray paint will visibly run down the wall during the application of the product. This may be all the dwell time required. Move to the rinse step. In other cases, wait about 10 minutes, then as a test use the minimal pressure of the Tag Sprayer on a very small spot of the graffiti Tag to check for paint solubility. Seeing the under lying masonry becoming exposed reveals the end of this dwell period. Move to the rinse step. When necessary, after a 20 minute dwell period, move to the rinse step. (Note: For multiple layers and painted over graffiti, refresh the graffiti with a light amount of Taginator and allow a full 30 minutes of dwell prior to the rinse step.)
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Q: What is the Taginator Rinse Step?
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A: Rinsing usually requires a gas engine high pressure washer. Consumer models are 110 volt or 5 horse power or less gas engines and are suitable for occasional Tag removal. Graffit removal professionals generally use an 11 or 13 horse power model for larger work done more often. Some professional models can heat water to 180 degress or greater. It can be said that 1 or 2 graffiti removal jobs out of 100 may require the professional equipment performance. General rinse procedures: Blast the pressure water at and away from the applied area but focused on the lower corner of the Tag moving and removing the Tag as you go up. At any point if it becomes evident that more dwell time is required stop rinsing. Refresh the whole Tag with more Taginator and allow more minutes of dwell time. Repeat rinse process. Some multi layer painted over graffiti Tags may require a touch up. Taginator can be reapplied onto the water wet masonry. For touch ups allow 5 to 10 minutes of dwell time then high pressure rinse away the last bits of the graffiti.
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Q: Can TAGINATOR be used while it is raining?
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A: Drizzling…YES. Sideways drenching rain…No. TAGINATOR works rain or shine! Some products on the market will not work if a masonry wall is simply rain soaked and. Some products will not work if a second touch up application is required and the masonry wall is water wet from the first rinse operation. TAGINATOR is unlike those other products. So, as long as the TAGINATOR has time to dissolve the graffiti, and it is not being washed away by heavy pouring wind driven rain, then go ahead and get that drizzling job done.
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Q: Can TAGINATOR be used in freezing weather?
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A: YES! If you have to work below freezing then so will TAGINATOR. But, just like all of us when working if below freezing temperatures it takes a bit more time to get the job done. So, instead of 10-20 minutes dwell time expect 20-40 minutes dwell and be sure to do a bottom first rinse test removal to see if more dwell time is needed. By the way this would be a great time to break out your HOT pressure washer! Also remember that when you rinse with water you will be making ice on the ground so be careful. And make sure your pressure washer is protected from freezing and becoming damaged.
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Q: Can TAGINATOR be used in extremely hot weather?
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A:YES! One reason is TAGINATOR ingredients evaporate much more slowly than other products on the market that evaporate very fast even at room temps. Although, just like any liquid applied to a super-hot masonry wall all products will evaporate quicker than normal. But, because the heat of the wall can accelerate the TAGINATOR so much that a quick rinse could be all that is needed to be completely successful. Another option is to observe the evaporation then keep rewetting the tag with more TAGINATOR as you feel necessary followed by a pressure rinse. Keep in mind that you can always apply more TAGINATOR after your first water rinse for any touch up work that may be needed.
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Q: Will TAGINATOR dangerously burst into flames from a spark or lit cigarette?
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A: NO! Actually the opposite is true. But unfortunately even though the new Safety Data Sheet (SDS) regulations under the new Globally Harmonized System (GHS) technically requires by law that TAGINATOR must have the flammable icon on the SDS and 5 gallon pail label, TAGINATOR as a matter of fact WILL NOT SUSTAIN FLAME! Other “Best known graffiti removal products” that are easily and dangerously lit aflame by a simple spark or cigarette butt can be seen extinguished by spraying TAGINATOR onto the fire. Click Here to see this happen in a video (Please know that we do not in any way suggest or condone this means of fire extinguishing).
Q: Does Taginator work on blacktop driveways?
A: Yes TAGINATOR does work to remove spray paint off of Blacktop.
However you must use caution if the Blacktop is newer. Newer blacktop is
likely vulnerable to damage to some degree from the removal process.
Also the fresh black tars may get removed and may lighten in color. Perform a small test spot.
If newer blacktop, apply TAGINATOR, dwell times will vary so rinse as
early as possible with low to moderate pressure, cold or low heat.
If the blacktop is older, hard and gray then just have at it but be observant.
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Q: How should I use TAGINATOR to remove graffiti without a pressure washer rinse?
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A: Sometime Graffiti is found on rocks and boulders on natural walking trails in parks and forests or even in cities where you cannot bring a pressure washer or there is no running water.
Here is what you will need to do a small graffiti removal job or to first make a small test using TAGINATOR for larger graffiti removal jobs. Bring with you one (or more) quart trigger spray bottle of TAGINATOR, a variety of medium and stiff plastic bristle scrub brushes (maybe the type that goes onto on a long pole), rinse water in gallon jugs or a five gallon pail or maybe ready to use in a pump up garden compression sprayer. Also of course bring appropriate liquid proof gloves, safety eyewear and other appropriate personal protective stuff. Apply the TAGINATOR onto a small spot of the graffiti about 1 foot x 1 foot. You may quickly see dramatic results allowing for a quick water rinse and done. Otherwise, wait 10 minutes then gently scrub brush the area then maybe apply a bit more TAGINATOR. Wait 10 more minutes then maybe scrub a bit more. Try testing a small water rinse spot at the bottom of the test area maybe while gently brushing while rinsing. Using your best judgment either repeat the previous steps or do your final rinse. For larger graffiti removal jobs just scale up you supplies and learned procedures and labor for when you go back in to do the whole bigger job. Send your projects before
pictures here so we can help you along.
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Q:Does TAGINATOR work to remove graffiti from wood surfaces such as wood fences? |
| A: Yes, TAGINATOR will remove graffiti off of BARE wooden surfaces. Surfaces such as wood a fence panel that is PURE WOOD that has not been color stained or waterproofed or painted or top treated with any type of coating. If TAGINATOR is used on such circumstances then the TAGINTOR will also remove those coatings as well. So if it is a bare weathered grey wood fence panel, then apply TAGINATOR onto the graffiti, wait ten minutes then gently pressure was rinse. What you will likely see there is a very clean and restored natural wood colored area that now may not match the rest of the weathered grey fence panel. Finally, it is recommended to apply and oxalic acid wood wash product such as our product BACKBOARDS then rinse again. This step will lighten up the area, correct the surface pH and tighten up the wood grain. You could use the BACKBOARDS on the whole fence panel or even all of the fence panels so it all looks great.
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