Oil-based mud on a drill floor makes steel deck plates slippery. Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate is the water-based degreaser we supply to remove it. For rig wash concentrate, Oman drilling contractors can request a quote from us at Barka Industrial Area. Products of this class are typically mixed with water at 1:5 to 1:20 for heavy mud deposits, 1:20 to 1:50 for moderate soiling and 1:50 to 1:100 for light cleaning. Test a small area first and adjust from there.
What Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate Is and How It Works
Rig wash concentrates are typically surfactant-based, caustic-free liquid alkaline degreasers that are 100% soluble in soft or hard water. A typical rig cleaning agent blends anionic and nonionic surfactants that emulsify oil into the wash water, and it works in fresh water or seawater. Other formulations in the class combine emulsifiers, wetting agents and penetrating surfactants, which help the solution get under mud that has baked onto the steel.
A typical product of this type is a clear to light-yellow liquid with a specific gravity of about 0.95 to 1.10. Water-based grades are typically non-flammable or have no flash point, and some grades are listed above 65°C. Our listing is on the Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate product page, and you will find the other oilfield cleaners in our RIGS Oil Field chemicals category.
On a land rig you can use it on drill floors, decks, walkways, derricks, mud tanks and pits, shale shakers and screens, drill pipe, BHA tools, pumps and engines. It also suits wash bays, shutdown and turnaround cleaning, engine rooms, tank cleaning, transport equipment and general degreasing.
Rig Wash Dilution Ratio by Job
The table below gives typical ranges for this product class, written as cleaner to water. These figures come from published guidance for rig wash products and are not measured values for our batch. Start at the weaker end, spot-test, and use a stronger mix only if the soil stays. Aged or stubborn deposits need stronger mixes.
| Job (example) | Soil level | Typical mix for this product class |
|---|---|---|
| Oil-based mud on rigs and equipment | Heavy | Full strength or slightly diluted |
| Drill floor, mud tanks, shale shakers with aged mud | Heavy | 1:5 to 1:20 |
| Decks, pumps, engines, BHA tools | Moderate | 1:20 to 1:50 |
| Walkways, handrails, routine wash-down | Light | 1:50 to 1:100 |
| Steam cleaning | General | 1:50 |
| Cuttings washing | General | 2 to 3% solution |
Other guides for this class give 1:10 for heavy cleaning and 1:20 for light cleaning. Some heavy-duty concentrates are mixed at roughly 20 to 50% in fresh water. Because the guides differ, the quickest way to set your rate is a spot test on your own deposit, using the same water you will wash with.
Step-by-Step Drill Floor Wash for Oil-Based Mud
- Scrape or squeegee loose mud off the floor and back to the mud system or cuttings skip before you wet anything. The less bulk mud on the plates, the less concentrate you use.
- Mix the wash solution in a clean container at the rate your spot test gave you.
- Apply it with a pressure washer, steam cleaner, cold washer or mop. On vertical faces such as derrick legs and drawworks guards, spray from the lance working upwards.
- Let the solution penetrate the soil without drying. Do not let it dry on the steel.
- Agitate heavy deposits with a stiff brush, paying attention to the rotary table surround, the mousehole area and deck plate seams.
- Rinse at the highest available water pressure.
- Collect the run-off into the rig drain system, oily water separator or skimmer pit named in your site plan.
Rig wash of this type is compatible with oily water separators, where the oil phase separates for reclamation. Treat oily wash water in line with local environmental regulations and your operator's HSE rules, and keep run-off away from the wadi and open ground around the location.
Application Methods, Water Quality and Heat at Interior Sites
The concentrate suits hot or cold pressure washers, steam cleaners, cold washers and mopping. For BHA tools, screens and small parts, soak the heavily soiled items in diluted solution and then rinse them. Keep the solution off asphalt, which includes camp roads and tarmac parking areas.
Products in this class are compatible with steel and metal structures, coated rig surfaces, rubber parts, pumps and industrial concrete floors. Spot-test first on painted anti-slip coatings, aluminium or any surface you are unsure about.
Interior sites around Nizwa, Fahud and Bahla often run on bowser water, which may be hard or brackish. Rig wash concentrates of this type dissolve fully in soft or hard water, and typical rig cleaning agents work in fresh water or seawater. Water quality can change from one bowser load to the next, so repeat the spot test when the source changes.
Summer heat at interior Oman locations causes a practical problem: the solution can dry on hot steel before it has lifted the mud. Wash in smaller sections, start with shaded areas, and plan floor washes for early morning or after sunset where the rig schedule allows.
Safety, PPE and Storage of Drums and IBCs
The typical pH of a 1% solution is mildly alkaline (about 7 to 9.5). Some heavy-duty grades are strongly alkaline concentrates (pH up to about 13) and irritate eyes and skin. A caustic-free label still calls for protection: the concentrate may irritate eyes, mucous membranes and skin.
Wear gloves, goggles and protective clothing, and avoid prolonged skin or eye contact. Do not mix with other chemicals, strong acids or strong alkalis. Follow the SDS for the product you receive.
Store the product in a dry, well-ventilated area with the container closed, away from heat, sparks, flames and incompatible materials. Store in cool, dry conditions and keep it away from food and drinking water. In a desert rig camp that means a shaded chemical store, with drums and IBCs out of direct sun.
Rig Wash Concentrate Oman Packing and Delivery
We list Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate under three part numbers. The 1000 litre IBC of Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate suits a fixed camp or yard with a forklift, while smaller packs suit rigs that move often.
| Part number | RXSOL-16-1014-025, RXSOL-16-1014-210, RXSOL-16-1014-100 |
|---|---|
| Application | Drill floors, decks, derricks, mud tanks and pits, shale shakers, drill pipe, BHA tools, pumps, engines, wash bays |
| Dosage | Typical for this product class: 1:5 to 1:20 heavy, 1:20 to 1:50 moderate, 1:50 to 1:100 light; spot-test first |
| Packing | 1000 litre IBC (RXSOL-16-1014-100); other pack sizes confirmed with your quote |
| Technical specs | Typical for this class: clear to light-yellow liquid, specific gravity about 0.95 to 1.10, 1% solution pH about 7 to 9.5 |
Delivery location, lead time and transport are confirmed with each quote. If you are a camp storekeeper planning orders, send us the number of rigs, how often you wash the floor and your rig move schedule, and we will help you choose between packs and an IBC.
The same concentrate is also listed on Sohar Chemical and on Muscat Chemical.
Where to Buy Rig Wash Concentrate in Muscat and Oman
Oman Chem (Muscat & Barka for Business Trading), Barka Industrial Area, Sultanate of Oman. Phone +968 77333599, WhatsApp +968 77333599, email muscatchem@gmail.com. We supply drilling contractors and service companies from Barka.
Request a quote for Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate on WhatsApp at +968 77333599 or through our quote request page, with your pack size, quantity and delivery location.
Frequently asked questions
What is the dilution ratio for rig wash concentrate?
Typical guidance for this product class is 1:5 to 1:20 with water for heavy deposits, 1:20 to 1:50 for moderate soiling and 1:50 to 1:100 for light cleaning. Steam cleaning typically uses 1:50, and fresh oil-based mud may need the product full strength or slightly diluted. Spot-test a small area first to find the right rate for your deposit.
How do you clean oil-based mud off a drill floor?
Scrape off loose mud first, then apply the diluted rig wash with a pressure washer, steam cleaner or mop. Let it penetrate without drying, agitate heavy deposits with a brush, and rinse at the highest available water pressure. Collect the run-off into the oily water separator or skimmer pit.
Can rig wash be used with hard, brackish or saline water at interior sites?
Rig wash concentrates of this type are typically 100% soluble in soft or hard water, and typical rig cleaning agents work in fresh water or seawater. Bowser water quality can vary, so run your spot test with the same water you will use for the wash.
Is rig wash caustic, and what PPE is needed?
Rig wash concentrates are typically caustic-free, with a 1% solution mildly alkaline at about pH 7 to 9.5, though some heavy-duty grades reach pH up to about 13. The product may irritate eyes, mucous membranes and skin, so wear gloves, goggles and protective clothing and follow the SDS.
Where can I buy rig wash concentrate in Oman for PDO contractor sites?
Oman Chem supplies Rig Wash Liquid Concentrate from Barka Industrial Area, including a 1000 litre IBC (RXSOL-16-1014-100). Send your pack size, quantity and delivery location, and request a quote on WhatsApp at +968 77333599.
