How to clean out a cement mixer

Borrowed a mixer off my brother in law for a bit of a patio job and there's dried concrete stuck all round the drum. What's the best way of getting it out without wrecking it?

Asked by Kamil on 17th Jul 2026
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"The best way is to grab some cement mixer specific cleaner form screwfix or toolstation, it doesnt cost much and it works very well, if you put it in and run the mixer leaving it for 15/20 mins then the cement should dissolve if not then it will break down and you should be able to pull it away from the surface. In future if you clean it whilst running straight after use you will save the hassle. Best of luck!
Adam.
Quality Land Solutions"
Answered on 17th Jul 2026 - Member since Jun 2026 - report
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