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Pure muriatic acid is VERY dangerous to use. It is dangerous to unprotected skin and the vapour can knock you out. I use it to clean concrete and always have full protective clothing and a good mask. - I've never tried it on lead, try on a very small piece first.
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What is the safest an acid or an alkali?
It depends on the strength of the two chemicals. Vinegar, lemon juice and full strength muriatic acid are all acids; baking soda solution, borax solution and lye solution are all alkalis. Muriatic acid and lye solution are both dangerous; the other four are safe--three of them are safe enough to drink.
How is muriatic acid used to clean bath tub drains?
Do not use acid on any drains in the house. They can eat holes in the pipes and cause severe discoloration on chrome fittings that are visible. If you were to use a drain cleaner use an enzme based product that is safe on pipes.
Is Muriatic acid safe for drain pipes?
Only if they're NOT made of anything that will be dissolved by the acid, such as ABS plastic.
Can sulfuric acid be used to lower pH in a hot tub?
While it would lower the pH, sulphuric acid is a strongly oxidizing acid too that will burn organic materials (flesh) and is thus not safe for use in pools and hot tubs. Use only hydrochloric acid (sold as muriatic acid in stores) for the purpose of reducing pH in a pool or hot tub.
Is boric acid safe for storage of rice?
is boric acid/borax is safe in keeping pulses safe from insects in rainy season Type your answer here...
Is muriatic acid safe for septic systems?
If your drain field is not working properly, what do you have to loose.
Is muriatic acid in a vinyl-lined pool safe at start up?
Yes as long as there is wter in the pool first.
What is the safest an acid or an alkali?
It depends on the strength of the two chemicals. Vinegar, lemon juice and full strength muriatic acid are all acids; baking soda solution, borax solution and lye solution are all alkalis. Muriatic acid and lye solution are both dangerous; the other four are safe--three of them are safe enough to drink.
How is muriatic acid used to clean bath tub drains?
Do not use acid on any drains in the house. They can eat holes in the pipes and cause severe discoloration on chrome fittings that are visible. If you were to use a drain cleaner use an enzme based product that is safe on pipes.
Is salt in pool safe with other chemicals?
Yes; there is no problem with most normal pool chemicals, such as chlorine algaecide acid, muriatic acid, and pH controls.
Muratic acid safe for septic systems?
NO. Muriatic acid is NOT safe for septic systems. This will ultimately kill much of the bacteria that processes your waste. Your septic system may become dormant and have to be pumped out totally.
What is the Mixing ratio for safe use of muriatic acid in PVC drain pipes?
PVC pipe is not affected by acid. Why would you pour acid down your drain in the first place? It will not cure any problem you have.
Is Muriatic acid safe for abs drain pipes?
i have no F@%king idea, maybe if its strong enough like around 10M
Is it safe to clean concrete off a car with muriatic acid?
YES!!!!!!! It has to be diluted with water or it will eat away at the surface. I know from personal experience. This is very strong and corrosive. and should never be used full strength unless you are trained in using. Muriatic acid is an impure form of hydrochloric acid. It is extremely corrosive and it is advised that you use a face shield, and use in a ventilated area only. The fumes are very corrosive and can cause irreparable lung damage. Improper use can release chlorine gas, a gas used in WW I by the Germans. If the purpose is to clean brick, or etch concrete it can be diluted, and should be. The recommended concentration to clean brick is at least 10 parts water to 1 part acid. If the acid releases a very strong fume on opening use 15 to 20 parts water. It also reacts with various metals to form an explosive mixture with air.
Is Muriatic acid safe for drain pipes?
Only if they're NOT made of anything that will be dissolved by the acid, such as ABS plastic.
Is boric acid a safe kitchen cleaner?
Boric acid is usually used to get rid of roaches so i wouldn't suggest that you clean with it
Can sulfuric acid be used to lower pH in a hot tub?
While it would lower the pH, sulphuric acid is a strongly oxidizing acid too that will burn organic materials (flesh) and is thus not safe for use in pools and hot tubs. Use only hydrochloric acid (sold as muriatic acid in stores) for the purpose of reducing pH in a pool or hot tub.
