Stain Out – Mineral Stain Remover (850 g)

Name: Stain Out – Mineral Stain Remover (850 g)
Brand: Lawrason’s
SKU: 29202C62
Price: 49.99 CAD
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Stain Out – Mineral Stain Remover (850 g)

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Powdered stain remover based on ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that dissolves metal stains on pool and spa surfaces: iron, copper, and other metals. It is applied directly over the stain and followed by a sequestering agent to prevent stains from returning. 850 g format.

850 gFormat

Vitamin CAscorbic acid

Pool · spaSurfaces

1 ppmMaximum sanitizer

Lower chlorine or bromine to 1 ppm or less first. Beyond that, the sanitizer will destroy the ascorbic acid before it has time to act on the stain, and the product will be wasted.

This product removes stains; it does not prevent them from returning. The loosened metals remain in the water. Add a sequestering agent afterward to keep them in solution, otherwise they will redeposit.

Highlights

Iron and copper stainsDissolves metal deposits that leave brown, rust, green, or bluish stains.

Vitamin C basedNaturally derived and biodegradable ascorbic acid, an agent recognized for treating metal stains.

Pool or spaThe manufacturer intended this for use on both pool and spa surfaces.

All surfacesVinyl, fiberglass, concrete: it works without abrasives or hard scrubbing.

Targeted applicationIt is spread directly over stained areas rather than throughout the entire pool.

Identifying the stain

Brown, rust, or orange	Iron. Common with well water.
Green, blue, or turquoise	Copper. Often linked to a pH that is too low, which attacks copper components, or to certain algaecides.
Black, purplish, or mauve	Manganese. Mainly found in well water.
White and rough	This is not a metal stain; it is scale (calcium). This product is not the right one: contact us.

How to use

1. Lower the sanitizer	Let the chlorine or bromine drop to 1 ppm or less, without adding more. Turn off the salt chlorinator and remove any tablet dispensers: the level must remain low until vacuuming. Test before beginning.
2. Spread the powder	Sprinkle the product directly over the stained areas. The quantity depends on the extent of the stains: when in doubt, send us a photo.
3. Brush	Brush the stained areas to help the powder act across the entire surface of the stain.
4. Vacuum after 24 h	After 24 hours, vacuum the entire surface and clean the filter.
5. Sequestering agent, then rebalance	Add a sequestering agent to keep the loosened metals in solution. Only then should you raise the sanitizer level and correct the pH.

Specifications

Brand	Lawrason's, Naturally AQUA line
Product type	Metal stain remover, powder
Active ingredient	Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
Format	850 g
Action	Curative: elimination of existing stains
Targets	Iron, copper, and other metals
Surfaces	Pools (vinyl, fiberglass, concrete) and spas
Condition for use	Chlorine or bromine at 1 ppm or less
Complementary product	Metal sequestering agent after treatment: Stain Prevent according to the label, or Cop-Out for pools

Precautions and storage

Never mix	With any other chemical product, especially chlorine or bromine. Add each product separately, directly into the water.
Storage	Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Humidity will cause the powder to harden.
Out of reach	Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Protection	Avoid contact with eyes; wash hands after use.

Read the manufacturer's label in its entirety before each use. It takes precedence over any other information, including that on this page: the official usage instructions and warnings are found there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do the stains come back?Because the metals are still in the water. The stain remover loosens them from the surface, but without a sequestering agent, they eventually redeposit. The label mentions Stain Prevent, the sequestering agent from the same line. For pools, Cop-Out from the same manufacturer contains the same sequestering agent (EDTA) and serves the same purpose: this is what we carry in-store. Use the dosage for heavy-duty water, 240 mL per 10,000 L.

Why lower the chlorine first?Chlorine and bromine destroy ascorbic acid. At more than 1 ppm, a good portion of the product is neutralized before it reaches the stain.

Where do the metals come from?Most often from the fill water (especially well water), or from a pH that is too low, which corrodes copper equipment components.

Does this throw off my water balance?Temporarily, yes: it is an acid, so it lowers the pH. Test the water after treatment and rebalance before swimming.

What about in a spa?The product is suitable for spa surfaces. For the sequestering agent to use afterward, contact us: Cop-Out is labeled for pools.

Does it work on white scale?No. White scale requires an anti-scale product, which is different. Send us a photo if you are not sure about the type of stain.

Not sure what type of stain it is? Send us a photo and, if possible, your water test results. We will tell you if it is a metal problem, scale, or something else, before you buy the wrong product. Contact us (418) 871-0658