What kind of sprayer to use with Wet and Forget?

Author: Rashawn Ondricka  |  Last update: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Can I apply Wet & Forget with a hose end sprayer or a pressure washer? We recommend applying Wet & Forget with a pump-up garden sprayer, backpack sprayer or a low-pressure agricultural sprayer.

What is the Wet and Forget spray nozzle?

Wet & Forget Rapid With Sniper Nozzle is a fast and convenient way to apply our product to effectively clean large outdoor areas such as swimming pools. Simply click onto your hosepipe and it will automatically mix with the water allowing you to spray 200m2.

How to hook up Wet and Forget to hose?

Do you spray Wet and Forget on a wet or dry shower?

How do you apply the product? Spray your shower down with Wet & Forget Shower after you use the shower.

Can you use Wet & Forget in a sprayer?

Wet & Forget has an unlimited shelf life. It's bleach-free and non-acidic. Store Wet & Forget in the original bottle as a concentrate or as a dilution in your garden sprayer.

Sprayers by Wet and Forget. We stock a huge range of sizes with replaceable parts if you need them

Should I pressure wash before Wet and Forget?

It's not necessary to wash the surface prior to application. Wet & Forget Outdoor must be applied to a dry surface.

What time of year do you apply Wet and Forget?

Apply Wet & Forget Outdoor as soon as the weather warms to remove unsightly stains and growth that have been hiding in winter. Spring rain showers work with the product to clean dirty outdoor surfaces for you – no rinsing or scrubbing required!

How much Wet and Forget per gallon of water?

Q: how many oz per gallon of water

1-Gallon Tank Sprayer: add 20 oz. (approx. 2.5 cups) of Wet & Forget, then fill with water to the 1-gallon mark in your tank sprayer. 2-Gallon Tank Sprayer: add 40 oz.

What happens if it rains after applying Wet and Forget?

Thoroughly saturate the surface with Wet & Forget Outdoor. Then, allow the product to dry. Wet & Forget will work over time with the rain and wind to gently clean up the green and black stains.

Can you spray Wet and Forget on grass?

Application for treating moss in lawns

The dilution rate is 1 part Wet & Forget to 7 parts water. You may have to give it a couple of goes until you have it under control. At worst, you may get slight burning on the grass; however, it will recover quickly.

What spray nozzle to use?

The best method for choosing the correct nozzle tip size is to determine the gallons per minute (GPM) of nozzle output required and then select a nozzle tip size that, when operated within the recommended pressure range, will provide this flow rate.

Can I apply Wet and Forget with a watering can?

Please ensure you wear eye protection and rubber gloves when using this product. APPLICATION: Using either a Wet & Forget Sprayer or watering can, thoroughly saturate the dry surface to be treated with the Wet & Forget mixture (do not hose first) so that maximum benefit is achieved.

What is the problem with Wet and Forget?

Wet & Forget is highly corrosive, and can seriously harm your skin or eyes.

What precautions should be taken during Wet and Forget?

P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P303+361+353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

What is the difference between Wet and Forget and 30 seconds spray and walk away?

The main difference between Benzalkonium Chloride and Sodium Hypochlorite is on how fast they work. Benzalkonium Chloride in Wet and Forget has a long-term cleaning method, whereas the Sodium Hypochlorite in 30 Seconds Spray and Walk Away has a fast reaction for immediate results.

How to use Wet and Forget in a pump sprayer?

Add Wet & Forget Outdoor Concentrate and water to a pump sprayer in a 1 to 5 ratio. (1 part Wet & Forget to 5 parts water). Spray the surfaces with Wet & Forget, ensuring full saturation.

How long can you pressure wash after using Wet and Forget?

Thoroughly saturate the surface with Wet & Forget on a cool, dry day. Late in the day is best. Leave the growth to start decomposing for 2-3 weeks (the longer the better!) then prior to painting or staining, gently pressure wash the surface - growth, dirt and residue will come off faster and easier.

Can I use Wet and Forget concentrate in the hose end sprayer?

We also demonstrate how a large stamped concrete driveway can be treated in less than 2 minutes with 1 bottle of hose end! You can use Wet & Forget Rapid Application Hose End on virtually any outdoor surface. Simply spray & walk away. Wet & Forget does the hard work for you.

How long does it take to get results from wet and forget?

How long will Wet & Forget Outdoor take to work? It depends on the intensity of the contamination. If it is really light you will see results within days. Otherwise, it may take 2-3 months to see improvement.

How to remove algae without scrubbing?

Determine how severe the algae or other biological growth is. For heavy soiling, dilute 2 parts water to 1 part GK Greener Kleener. For light to medium soiling dilute 3 parts water to 1 part GK Greener Kleener. Easily apply the formula to the affected area using a garden sprayer or a brush.

Do you have to wash off wet and forget?

After Wet & Forget Outdoor dries, it teams up with the weather (rain, wind, sleet, snow) to eliminate nasty growths – no scrubbing required! Wet & Forget removes unsightly growths on outdoor surfaces including: Green algae.

Does rain help Wet and Forget?

Make sure you apply Wet & Forget on a dry day, without any rain for at least 4-5 hours (summer months with the least chance of rain are preferable). Always use 5 parts water and 1 part Wet & Forget.

Does Wet and Forget damage plants?

Wet & Forget is okay to use around plants provided certain protective steps are taken. When spraying the product near plants, make sure to either cover them with a tarpaulin (or something similar) or alternatively, wash the plants down with water before and after applying the product nearby.

Will Wet and Forget clean a deck?

Wet & Forget Xtreme Reach™ gets rid of ugly deck stains caused by algae, moss, lichen, mold, and mildew stains. It's economical, easy to apply, and takes the guesswork out of deck cleaning.