Dear Big Al, You suggested a mild abrasive cleaner for stains on concrete counters, can you be more specific? Char, Phoenix AZ

Hey Char,

Big Al has used lots of cleaners on concrete countertops over the years. I have found that most of the time the stain is in the sealer and has not made it to the concrete. Big Al's philosophy is to use the most gentile method first. The most gentile abrasive cleanser that Big Al uses is baking soda. Baking soda is alkaline, works great and cheap! Any household cleanser that has the word gentile on the packaging should work. Big Al works the area dry or mixes in a little water to form a paste. Big Al has used soft scrub with bleach to remove strong stains like yellow mustard. Cameo and Bon Ami are good choices.

keeping it clean,
Big Al