When working with spray foam, it’s crucial to clean your applicator guns after every use. Excess foam can easily get trapped in the barrel of your gun or around the various parts during the application. Clearing this foam will help keep your spray foam parts in good condition and increase their longevity. Here are some tips to help you remove excess foam from your spray foam guns and other equipment.
Use Gun Cleaner
A professional foam cleaning solution can help remove uncured foam from your spray foam gun and other parts. Use spray gun cleaning solutions immediately after your spray foam application before the foam has had time to set. Removing uncured foam is much easier than tackling a mess of cured foam, so time is of the essence.
The pressurized cans are easy to attach to your spray foam system to flush your guns. You can also spray these products on your gun’s nozzle and other parts for more specific cleaning needs. Foam hiding in the corners of your gun or hoses can be difficult to spot, which may give it time to cure.
Cleaning Cured Spray Foam
Polyurea spray foam becomes sturdy and tough once it cures, which is ideal for long-lasting insulation but not for cleaning purposes. If you discover cured spray foam residue in your hoses, spray guns, or other areas of your system, there are certain cleaning solutions you can use to remove the excess foam. Certain chemical solvents are ideal for dissolving even cured spray foam on your equipment or work site.
If you don’t have a professional cleaning solvent, you can even use acetone to dissolve excess foam, though cleaning solvents provide the most effective results. If you’re missing cleaning supplies and solvents in your rig, consider stocking up on spray foam insulation supplies here at Spray Foam Systems.
Removing Excess Foam From Your Spray Area
Sometimes, after a spray foam application, you might notice stray foam covering materials outside of your desired spray area. If some spray foam material manages to slip past your protective tarps and coverage, you can scrape it away or dissolve it with a cleaner or solvent.
Thoroughly cleaning your spray foam gun is a crucial part of equipment maintenance, so remember these tips to remove excess foam. Cleaning your equipment is quick and efficient with the right solvents, so don’t forget to stock up on cleaning solutions here at Spray Foam Systems. Our pressurized cans and flush systems make cleaning your equipment faster and easier than ever.
