What is the best solvent for removing bentonite clay?

[cseal]

Hello,

Can anyone recommend a good solvent for sodium bentonite? I have used it as a sealant, and I need to remove it. Would it be better to dehydrate it with heat before trying to dissolve it?

 

[resurgance2001]

It will dissolve in water I believe. http://www.ehow.com/how_5070284_dissolve-bentonite.html

 

[cseal]

Thanks for the reply. I have bentonite on a porous surface, and I wish to remove it. I have already washed the surface, but there is still a layer of bentonite. Bentonite can become very hydrated, so I need to use a solvent other than water.