How can I restore my accidentally bleached brick to its original color




My husband used some type of cleaner or mildew remover and it got on some of the bricks that make up the floor of my deck. The bricks appear to be bleached white. Is there any way to return the bricks to their original red color?


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Here is some info for you that will bring your brick color back
https://www.hunker.com/13413716/how-to-restore-color-to-a-red-brick-wall
Faded red brick walls can be restored to a deeper, richer red color by cleaning the brick and applying a clear-coat product specifically designed for brick. Both indoor and outdoor red brick walls can benefit from this type of procedure. Clear-coat products add a gloss to the brick that helps deepen its color.
Hi Tonya, hope these helps you out,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WElUX26LmQI
Faded red brick walls can be restored to a deeper, richer red color by cleaning the brick and applying a clear-coat product specifically designed for brick. Both indoor and outdoor red brick walls can benefit from this type of procedure. Clear-coat products add a gloss to the brick that helps deepen its color.
How to Restore Color to Brick
https://www.hunker.com/13416023/how-to-restore-color-to-brick-pavers
Going by the whitish discoloration, it makes me think of efflorescence. Here's an article that explains what causes it, and how to correct it. Good luck and stay safe!
https://www.constructionspecifier.com/why-red-brick-turns-white-understanding-efflorescence/
It's possible the cleaner only stained the surface. Use a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water to scrub the brick. Rinse well and let dry. If the color came back then seal the brick with a clear concrete sealer.
I would try a pressure washer with a detergent.
Yes use a pressure washer. That should help. Looks like a residue.
Get a high pressure hose attachment like this:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/High-Pressure-Power-Washer-Spray-Nozzle-Water-Hose-Wand-Attachment-for-Car-Washing-High-Outdoor-Window-Washing/273536755?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=14736&&adid=22222222227269333318&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=320907453036&wl4=pla-597721481913&wl5=9012555&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=128140250&wl11=online&wl12=273536755&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhs-GgpT_6gIVcffjBx1mNwSnEAQYASABEgIny_D_BwE
Saturate with blue Dawn detergent then use this to clean.
Knowing more about the pressure washers cleaner might be helpful, I would suggest contacting the customer service on the cleaners packaging. They might be able to give you the best information and how to remove or neutalize the residue.
I would try a pressure washer and if that doesn't work you may want to try painting over them.
Here's a post that might help - https://homeguides.sfgate.com/restore-color-old-exterior-brick-76374.html
Try soap and water.
Hmm, maybe you could paint over it?
It may be effervescence from the stone/brick itself released by the cleaning solution used. If it is, acid is used to dissolve the minerals. Go gently at first, suggest trying vinegar. If you see an improvement, but it does not get you to where you want, then upgrade, perhaps to muriatic acid. I suggest doing a bit of online research first, key words effervescence and brick. Good luck
Sorry, memory failed me...efflorescence, not effervescence s the possible cause.i fond the attached that may help.. https://prosoco.com/brick-efflorescence-removal-and-prevention-tips/
good luck 😀