Savogran Liquid TSP Substitute is a heavy-duty, phosphate-free liquid concentrate for washing greasy dirt and grime off interior and exterior surfaces before you paint. Savogran recommends it for walls, woodwork, ceilings, concrete, metal and vinyl siding, and it requires no rinsing. One quart makes up to 4 gallons of cleaning solution.
Highlights
- Phosphate-free TSP substitute; no rinsing needed (Savogran data sheet)
- Concentrate: one quart makes up to 4 gallons of solution
- Removes mildew stains when mixed with chlorine bleach
- Apply by hand or in a pressure washer (injector dilution up to 16:1)
- VOC listed as negligible; mild odor
Specifications
| Size |
1 quart liquid concentrate |
| Yield |
Up to 4 gallons of cleaning solution per quart |
| Coverage |
Savogran rates one gallon of concentrate at about 6,400 sq ft, so about 1,600 sq ft per quart |
| Rinse |
Not required |
| VOC |
Negligible (maker spec) |
| Manufacturer part # |
10632 (UPC 049542106320) |
How to use
- General cleaning: add 8 oz of Liquid TSP Substitute per gallon of water. Squeeze excess solution out of a clean sponge or cloth and wash from the bottom up to prevent streaking.
- Heavy-duty cleaning: add 16 oz per gallon of water. Scrub with a nylon brush or pad dipped in the solution, then damp wipe with a clean sponge and fresh solution.
- Mildew stains: mix 16 oz per gallon of warm water and add one quart of chlorine bleach.
- Pressure washers: add full strength to the detergent reservoir or put the pickup tube straight into the container.
- Let the surface dry before you prime or paint.
Good to know
Warning: harmful if swallowed; eye and skin irritant that may cause burns. Wear gloves and eye protection and keep out of reach of children. Savogran says runoff will not harm plants; mist nearby plants with fresh water before and after use. Read the Savogran Liquid TSP Substitute data sheet and SDS.
TSP substitute or deglosser?
Use this to wash dirt and grease off walls, trim and ceilings. For glossy enamel, varnish or factory cabinet finishes, follow it with a liquid deglosser. Compare both in TSP substitute, deglossers and pre-paint cleaners, then pick a primer from primers and sealers.