Meaning of sugar soap | Babel Free

Definitions

An extremely powerful detergent used for washing surfaces prior to painting.

uncountable, usually

Examples

“A detailed discussion of the work⟳ of J. Boes and H. Weyland on the value of sugar soap was made by F. G. as had been already pointed out in last⟳ year's report⟳.”

“Sugar soap, states a writer in the "Pharmaceutical Journal," is a soap powder used by painters for washing down purposes before applying new coats of paint⟳ and varnish. It owes its name⟳ to its resemblance to Demerara sugar crystals, and is retailed in 1 lb. cartons at sixpence or less, and some of it is packed loose in casks.”

“Previously painted surfaces should be wiped down with sugar soap solution to remove⟳ dirt and grease, and any rough patches or holes should be filled and sanded.”

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