Orvus versus D/2 Comparison

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3 жыл бұрын

This is a short tutorial on the differences between Orvus Water Paste and D/2 Biological Solution - both used for cleaning gravestones. Spoiler alert: Orvus is a lot cheaper, but is used for a specific need.
D/2 Biological Solution - Use on Biologic Growth
No Mixing, use as is.
Cleans 2-5 gravestones.
Available at atlaspreservation.com
Orvus Water Activated Paste - Use on Black Tar-Like Pollution
1 quart distilled water
1 ounce of Orvus paste (2 Tablespoons)
Mix in plastic bowl then pour into a spray bottle using a funnel.
Cleans 2-5 gravestones.
Available at www.tractorsupply.com And online from Amazon

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@michelledenise5096 Жыл бұрын

Orvus is also sold in small bottles as “Quilt Soap”… it is so gentle it is recommended for cleaning antique fabrics and lace. So if you don’t think you’ll ever use up that big jug, you need to look for these other uses! Plus of course it is a horse cleaner, that’s the original use, so you could buy a horse. 😂

@sandywhite4042 Жыл бұрын

Where can I buy,this product? I've never heard of it. I'm trying to find a good one to clean Family Stones

@garylangley4502 29 күн бұрын

Orvus is a neutral ph detergent which is very important. It won't deteriorate stone or metal. It is a surfactant so it lowers the surface tension of water allowing it to soak in better. It is also used to wash delicate cloth, bathe animals such as horses, dogs, and what ever else needs a gentle cleaning. It is used to clean Oriental rugs, vintage/antique clothing. It is great. I used it when I was a drycleaner. Just don't use too much or it will take lots of water and time to rinse it.

@rickcamacho9079 Ай бұрын

Excellent video full of great information. Many thanks.

@Miss_Loving 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder information and great tips. Thank you. 😊

@Joy-zi2fo Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is great info to have.

@stonecoldrestorations4591 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks - great info!

@BettyGlocker 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!!

@BrianandChristine1210 Жыл бұрын

Super helpful! Thank you sir!

@juliaweber212 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your information

@bcspride 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@cindyallison2528 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm looking to start a grave maintenance service. Looking for the best solvent.

@Headstoneman Жыл бұрын

D/2 is the best! There are some others that work pretty well too though! Just remember not to use anything too acidic or too alkaline

@mrmusiclover4178 8 ай бұрын

How about Wet and Forget? It is a bit less expensive than D/2.

@Headstoneman Жыл бұрын

I use these two material together… prewash with Orvus and water then treat with D/2… great results!

@HappierHeadstones Жыл бұрын

I know you do!😅👍

@c.a.g.3130 Жыл бұрын

Just FYI, the VA recommends Ivory Liquid as an alternative.

@MSDOGS1976 Жыл бұрын

I have just a little black goo on a couple of head markers. Are there any at home remedies that might do the job?

@DiverCTH 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the explanation of Black Goo. I've got an excess of D/2 for my needs and have been using it in the no-scrub method for years. Does the Orvis work in a no-scrub method, or does it require manual scrubbing for best results?

@PhotoTree 5 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, the 'no-scrub' method does NOT work on of the Black Goo I described. It is like a tar. Once you let Orvus or D/2 soak for a while, you can take thicker portions off with plastic putty knife, but it rolls or balls up. The main layer is still there. Literally think of some tar, as in roofing or road tar. A solvent would probably take care of it, but that is a NO NO on stones. Both Orvus and D/2 slowly dissolve it with the (safe) detergents in them, but does require some vigorous scrubbing. Another one of the KZfaq videos show this pretty good. Good luck!

@Brandr1 2 жыл бұрын

How do you feel about Wet It and Forget it> AND....could a person use the Orvis for major cleaning and then come back and hit it with the D or the Wet and Forget.

@PhotoTree 2 жыл бұрын

Wet and Forget is not meant for fragile (gravestones) stones. Best for sidewalks, brick, etc which can be replaced. It is harsh and has harmful chemicals to marble and granite. I don't have direct quotes from labs at hand, but I know the National Parks System does not approve of it. Good question though, I get it a lot because W&F is readily available in the home improvement stores, which gives you a hint of its application.

@HappierHeadstones Жыл бұрын

@@PhotoTree W&F is now approved by the National Cemetery Ass., however, personally I have found it useless and am going to spray stuff around my home in hopes that it works better here.

@PreppingAngel Жыл бұрын

Whats the difference in D/2 Biological Solution and Wet & Forget?

@DiverCTH 5 ай бұрын

D/2 is more heavily tested and has been around longer. Wet & Forget is marketed more towards building maintenance, so it hasn't undergone the same vetting process that D/2 has.

@gregb2830 Жыл бұрын

Why not cut D2 at a 35/65 (with water) and use that as a cleaning agent..? Yes, the cost is higher, but the results are outstanding

@Headstoneman Жыл бұрын

D/2 works best at full strength. Diluting it does nothing but lessen the amount of material you are putting on the stone, and that negatively affects the effectiveness of the solution on biological growth.