Softwashing cedar shake siding

[@337_Brandon]

Looks like 2% my brother. 💪

[@tjfisher9019]

Hope it's not sh super bad for wood and cedar

[@SepokuKing]

​@tjfisher9019 not if you are at .05%

[@SepokuKing]

​@@tjfisher9019also Cotys family invented softwashing. I think he knows what he's doing

[@tjfisher9019]

@@SepokuKing it's still not good to use sh on wood. If it's sealed that's different but raw cedar and sh are not good it destroys the tannins in the wood. What he is using is a sodium metacilicate base.

[@americascout6764]

Thank you Cody! Hahaha every time I have a cedar siding house wash to do I come watch this video.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

😂

[@markcowan3366]

Like magic! That is why I love this industry, instant gratification.

[@scotthall7280]

Love the videos but I would really appreciate it if the basics were stated: - "Today we are using a 5.5 gpm system" - "For this particular job we are using a 2% SH solution" - "No rinsing was required" - " This particular house used 65 gallons of 2% solution" That's the golden information everyone wants to hear and what every guy putting out videos should be stating. Thank you

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

No, I teach all that in my class. Can’t give away everything for free on KZbin. I have 2 full length vids on KZbin (1 roof cleaning and one drive way) that I go into full detail on. I’m just not going to do that on every single video. It’s free content, if you want to learn everything, you should expect to pay for it.

[@LowkeeLT]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 you're running a monetized KZbin channel. Viewers dealing with annoying ads is what is paying you. This isn't even helpful, it's a commercial that you expect to get paid to have other people watch. You have entitlement issues.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

@@LowkeeLT nope, your assumption is wrong. You guys are working off of the premise that every single video I ever put on KZbin has to be the way you want it done, it Has to be free how to’s for you to consume. Now, I very much understand going to KZbin for free instructional videos. I do that myself all the time. And I have posted several videos on my channel that give you a complete step-by-step guide on how to do a particular task. But to get it in your mind that every video a content creator puts up has to be in that format is completely wrong. I am under no obligation to put up anything except what I want to put up. If you do not like the channel or the content, then don’t watch it. Simple as that. There are some channels that I follow and they have videos that give me free content, then they have other videos which really just act as a teaser for their paid content. I have no problem with that. I just have to make a decision to pay to play, or try to figure it out and keep searching online. I’m running a multi million dollar a year business, that little bit of ad revenue from KZbin is definitely not what I’m worried about LOL. I do enjoy giving out information, and helping guys through KZbin. But my end goal is to attract customers to my business. Which is exactly what my KZbin channel does. If I can help some guys along the way for free, then that’s a bonus for them. I think it’s funny that you are telling me I have entitlement issues, but you are the one expecting me to give you something for free. 😂 If you don’t want to deal with ads on KZbin, you can pay 20 bucks a month and skip ads on everything you watch.

[@Babal.98]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 savage 🤣

[@bigrobbigrob7156]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 i agree with you 100% Coty. I my self was looking for that quick answer today before reading the comments or looking at your description of this vid. All my questions were answered in the comments and in the description. You run a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ company. 🙏💪❤️SESW

[@johnlooney2319]

I used to cover the whole house in a foam of bleach and a cleaner. Let it sit for about a half an hr, not to long in the sun, then soft power wash and would look cleans as a whistle to stain. Looks awesome with a honey wheat stain with a white gloss paint for the trim.

[@ulloa02trail27]

What kind of chemical are you used ??

[@philrabe910]

My first feature film was a western. lots of shingle work, lots of opportunity to show off hack skill saw work. Then the painters would come in with some iron based fertilizer mixed in their big sprayers and minuted after spraying the brand new set, the wood would look just like this aged siding! Maybe not quite as black.

[@erichunter4929]

Great stuff! What is the product solution that you used and is it the same product you use for the roof cleaning? Also is this product solution good to use on clay tiles here in So. Cal?

[@petemoore6961]

Well I for one appreciate every little bit of information you give out Cody vow Cody and those guys that don't understand or care for I don't even understand why they're watching But I can tell you this if you want good information take the classes I did and it helped out a lot

[@genevawilson4448]

I hope this comment is seen, the video is 4 years old now. There is a 2 story farmhouse in Maine for sale that has cedar shake siding on all 4 sides and most/all of it is black from weather and age. The house is 202 years old but I don't know the age of the siding - could be original. The back side looks almost damaged but that could just be the picture. I'm in Missouri and have not seen it in person. Can siding that old be soft washed? How long can cedar shake siding last without regular maintenance? And with regular maintenance? I have no experience with cedar anything and the only house washing I've done was power wash on vinyl siding to get green mold/algae off. Thanks.

[@WashAwayWCPW]

i would have very interested in seeing you clean a hard to reach area like the top, or the top of a corner of the second story. Its one thing alot of videos dont show is how to hit those hard to reach areas. Most videos tend to show the ground or a flat easy side of the house. Good info otherwise.

[@flytheskymyway]

I’ve cedar shakes under the gable and below that red vinyl siding. Will this damage the color of the vinyl siding when it drips onto it ?

[@SodBustersMetalDetecting]

What is the solution you are using?

[@amhranaialainn6016]

Just seen your video with Justin but you guys never talked about a chemical for cedar. Do you have one of choice? I’m looking forward to trying your Defeaty😊

[@elisokol95]

What mixture are you using and what are the ratios?

[@chrismacfarlane]

Hi I'm in New Zealand Our product maybe different, are you able to tell me which chemical I need to look for please?

[@suespony]

What is the solution you are spraying?

[@bigrobbigrob7156]

Hey Coty! Glad i found this older vid. BTW I’m doing great with my mini skid pro! My second season and lovin it. I have a big cedar shake house to do, first one for me. I’m a bit nervous, i don’t want to reck the cedar shake as it’s in very nice condition but has black algae and green. What ratio did you use there? Also would i use SH if they are NOT planning on re staining. If that’s the case, should i clean with a different product? ❤️my SESW fam. Ok i just read the % in the description.

[@webbsilva9594]

2 % SH with surfactant then oxcilic acid , now would sodium percarbonate do the same thing ? Then followed by a brightener too wondering ? Thank you

[@geraldarteaga4396]

What chemicals did you use for this and percentage? Thank you in advance

[@MannyAguilarJr]

In the description

[@Laura-tj6eq]

What's the product that you're using? I see a lot of comments asking this question. It must be safe if you're not covering their bushes.

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Description

[@leematrix801]

What product are you using on the cedar siding? And does it work on a cedar roof as well?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Sodium Hypochlorite aka bleach. Read description of the video.

[@naklonryans5047]

What tip did you use

[@noracharles80]

This looks so beautiful. Great video! Is there a company out of Tacoma, WA you could recommend? I am afraid we are out of your area. Our cedar house was built in 2003. It was never stained. I was hoping for it to age to the beautiful silver grey we see on homes on the east coast. But, no way. It is dark and mottled in so many places. We wish you made house calls from so far away. We are on an island is South Puget Sound. Thank you. - Nora

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Thank you for the kind words! I am sure there has got to be someone in your area, I don’t know anyone off the top of my head. Just search out a reputable Softwash company

[@mikestorm9578]

Try one gallon of bleaching oil to each one gallon of cape cod gray in Semi transparent. I was a painting contractor for 20 years. In a year, this gives you the gray look your after in Ct. Cape cod etc.

[@noracharles80]

@@mikestorm9578 Thank you, Mike!

[@kenbagdon]

Window Genie of Olympia

[@Goat_TV_Official]

The wand set up, where do I get that? Seen it twice, now I need it

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

www.southeastsoftwash.com/product-category/wands-manifolds/

[@BobbyMoore-zs8zo]

Where are you guys located?

[@christopherwashburn1946]

What type of mix are you using? I apologize if it's been answered I just haven't read all the way down yet. I'm a bit lazy when it comes to reading lol.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

2%

[@gingerlucas1260]

I have an arbor with grape and wisteria vines. Will this product hurt the vines? Also, how can I buy this product? Thanks.

[@littlebritches8631]

Would you use the same process for cedar clapboard?

[@chrisangell5241]

Hey coty i got a cypress siding house and roof wash coming up. Same deal as cedar ( they do have shake on upper level)? Prewet, 2%, rinse? Do You recommend a neutralizer or not needed?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Neutralizer is definitely a good idea. You got the process down tho!

[@garykern1575]

Did you pre wet to let the cells fill up first or go straight to the mix

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Pre wet!

[@hugocampodonico7719]

Bleach right?

[@countrycitybeach]

Why don’t you answer the question? What product did you use ?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Because Karen I get over 1000 comments a day on my channel. And also I don’t want to tell every trade secret for free on KZbin

[@MannyAguilarJr]

It's in the description if you look

[@renostubbs8504]

That solution is amazing, unbelievable results...whats the solution ratio????

[@MannyAguilarJr]

It's in the description. 2-3%sh mix.

[@aaronbailey3640]

You should tell us the percentage of SH.

[@t-roc5551]

Same mix for log cabin homes?

[@colbysolly2736]

did you wet the plants before and after to not burn them or is it just the mix your using?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Colby Solly yep. Pre and post rinse vegetation

[@mysimplepod1351]

So you can use SH on cedar shake?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

It's in the description

[@motorcycleislife8296]

So no Oxalic acid afterwards?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

We have done that sometimes. It’s not 100% required, especially if they are re-staining like in this case.

[@jessieramirez7782]

Hi Cody, Glad your business is doing great. I took your class back in August. I have a quick question. I have a big cedar house roof job coming up. I don’t wanna shy away from it but don’t wanna screw up. I know you talked about it in your class briefly but what is the best way to clean? It’s full of mold and mildew. If you can advise?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Pre wet, 2% application and rinse rinse rinse. There is a product called cedar wash that’ll do it without risking damage to the cedar, but it can be done with just SH you take your time.

[@jessieramirez7782]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 thank you for replying...

[@mansfieldservices319]

Do you use oxalic after?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

@@mansfieldservices319 it’s a good idea to

[@chelseagreschak7223]

That mix is hot enough to catch that cedar on fire!

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Chelsea Greschak nah. 2% on the blend manifold and heavy rinse. House still looks great

[@coolguy24eric]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 do you rinse with the pressure washer?

[@johnlittle3908]

Sodium hypochlorite?

[@rashadmattison8695]

What is the best chemical or do you use to softwash cedar siding ?

[@thomasburr9244]

What’ are u spraying it with?

[@huntersprinkle5633]

Looks great. If the homeowner is planning to stain, how long should they wait after it's been soft washed? Also, would there be any issue with the stain not adhering to the wood after it's been cleaned( bleach applied) ? Thanks very much.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

I would wait at least a week to apply any stain.

[@56Long21]

Start washing from the bottom up? Won't the grime from the top drip down on the clean bottom shakes?

[@adamwolford1464]

You apply the mix from whichever direction you want (a lot of people say from bottom up, but it doesn't really matter). Always rinse from the top down.

[@josephjohnson2114]

Do you rinse after this

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Yes, very well

[@tntwashpro3863]

What did you charge?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Mike A I cant remember. Been several months ago

[@stevewitherspoon7081]

I bet the client was ecstatic with the results.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Steve Witherspoon yep. She was!

[@stevewitherspoon7081]

May I ask on here what you charge for training?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Steve Witherspoon 300$ a day

[@stevewitherspoon7081]

Do you do a lot of wood restoration? E.g. decks, roofing and siding (including stain.)

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Steve Witherspoon some but not a whole bunch. It’s just not common in our area

[@coryschannel8890]

what’s the point of this if he doesn’t tell what solution he used to clean it!!?? 🤔

[@Kgio-2112]

And he doesnt answer any questions in the comments

[@adamdunford7660]

It’s in the description…

[@justinlittle8742]

Able to read? Still workin on those picture books huh

[@mikestorm9578]

he answers this same question OVER and OVER again until he is blue in the face.. Read every comment. 2 % SH prewet. Tons of rinsing. geesh

[@proctortoad]

@@mikestorm9578 I don’t think SH is the correct way to clean the cedar wood

[@josephbailey7408]

Can you downstream or xjet this also?

[@stephanonieves2353]

What chemicals you use

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Sodium Hypochlorite in the description

[@StartVisit]

what is light surfactant?

[@steph8424]

dawn soap or any liquid soap that makes bubbles

[@MannyAguilarJr]

@@steph8424 make sure to read the soap label to see if it says don't mix with bleach, can be deadly. Better off with some laundry soap.

[@williamtraylor2986]

What did you use to clean with?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Sodium Hypochlorite in the description

[@Artiej0hn0]

What is "sh"?

[@jondykes930]

Hey bro do you ever finish it off with Oxalic Acid? I got a cedar siding house I’m doing next week. It’s not a cedar shake though. I will be using sodium Percarbonate on it.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Jon Dykes yes, you can use a brighter afterwards

[@amsamsams11]

What is prewet?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

You put water on it before applying chemical

[@Djm02152846]

Should make a video of the chemicals you use and mix. Looks like a great product, just dont know the specific 1 you used in the video.

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Dan Murphy I can’t give away all of my secrets on KZbin, we do offer paid training to learn the details and specifics. I try to put out a lot of free info on the channel, but can’t give it all away 😎

[@natephillips1696]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 yeah people want the free info, you cant give up all the secrets that you have worked hard to figure out and dial in

[@familiarodriguez1282]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 is the training available to take on-line?

[@anthonysanpaolo3487]

What chemicals did you use bud?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Anthony San Paolo it’s in the description

[@williamcooper3176]

I like your soft wash application process but what method do you use to rinse?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

William Cooper rinse with customers water supply

[@dmacvevo7297]

Is what chemical are you using

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Sodium Hypochlorite in the description

[@aaronbailey3640]

You didn't give us the percentage of SH

[@MB-vp7xr]

Can anyone shed some light on what chemicals to use? It seems like it’s a big secret 😂

[@MannyAguilarJr]

Bleach aka sodium Hypochlorite. In the description

[@AlbertoRodriguez-jv8dy]

What pump are you using?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

At the time probably Northstar but they use remco now.

[@coachnate5747]

What percent?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

In the description

[@tsagepainting]

Why couldn't you pressure wash it?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

ThumperTodd You could but it would take a lot longer.

[@dwanewinant38]

Plus damage cedar shingles

[@joshtuper9821]

I own a exterior cleaning company in the lower part of SC. I was wondering if you could tell me what you have in your mix to make it clean so we'll?

[@j.d.williams6882]

SH

[@vspd303]

Nice work 👍🏽

[@barrybennett7629]

Have you ever done a cedar shake roof?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Barry Bennett I have never done a roof, just the siding. Not a lot of shake roofs around here.

[@kimberly4441]

How can I lighten up my cedar shakes that I stained too dark?

[@DEK981967]

Looks great

[@philipstrickland8228]

What's your percentage? And just wondering do you ever worry about overspray coming in contact with your skin or inhaling it?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Philip Strickland Your answer is in the description, and yes you do want to be careful about inhaling overspray. Especially on hot days while doing Roofs. We do have masks that we use when needed.

[@SethchristianBand]

240p? what is going on?

[@MannyAguilarJr]

That's your internet connection

[@dereksmith4178]

Will this remove oil stain from cedar siding?

[@stevenwilliams6679]

What kind of mix did you use for this?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

2%

[@25torgeir]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 SH?

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

@@25torgeir yes. 2%

[@kenbagdon]

@Cora Zambrano Sodium Hypochlorite

[@coolguy24eric]

People in these Facebook groups swear up and down sh is the worst thing to use for wood. They say it bleachs the wood and this and that. I've seen some nice jobs that sh was used.

[@MannyAguilarJr]

It's all about how you use the tool

[@jakevonstein8683]

Your a wizard bro🤙👍

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Jake vonStein Gandalf the beige lol

[@colynmaurer9949]

I want to know who gives this a thumbs down. Like, sit your asses down.. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@atlantapowerwashingsolutio7420]

Coming through in a clutch with knowledge sor thanks a million now I'm gonna make 29k on this J. O. B. 🤣😂

[@DeadMansPartyFilms]

Dayum!

[@mikestorm9578]

omg people seriously need to learn how to read. Cody answers 90% of comments but people don't even read description or comments, just ask same Q over and over. wtaf. :(

[@David24Hablenko]

Looks like a SH/H2O mix.... dries the cedar out :( cleans it but dries it out

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

David Hablenko that’s why we pre wet and rinse heavily afterwards.

[@ctothej870]

@@southeastsoftwash4020 You want it to be dry, if you're about to stain or seal it anyways. The wood will soak it up better!

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

C tothe J yes, you’d let it dry before re-staining. Sodium percarb is also a good wood cleaner

[@pinkpeony5871]

so blurry....

[@jbmonti6523]

They do not answer any questions not even if you buy their program they will answer you

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

Damn right

[@tsagepainting]

I love these wash companies claiming they have a " special solution" or " secret sauce" lol. Its a a scam..

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

How is it a scam exactly? It would only be a scam if it did not work. We are not a chemical company anyway, we do this service for our residential customers. There are plenty of chemical options that will work for wood cleaning

[@tylers8195]

Hahaha hilarious comments. Especially this one. If everyone would click the info on the video he tells you what he is using and the %. Sh is short for sodium hypochlorite (aka chlorine)

[@ktmdays]

No mask not good

[@Tseidl-dx1me]

I think you need more training! Poor plants!!!

[@southeastsoftwash4020]

What are you talking about? The plants were fine. I’ve been doing this 2 decades son

[@kennethrunk1202]

Waste of time to watch,without knowing the solution

[@MannyAguilarJr]

It's in the description. Sodium Hypochlorite aka bleach

[@lolawalsh9187]

Commercial. Greed

[@noracharles80]

Capitalism.

[@lolawalsh9187]

@@noracharles80 lol. Apparently you have not traveled to socialist countries. Or have friends who have grown up in socialist countries.