Metal Sales T-Armor Series - Manual (Page 78)

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T-ARMOR
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Though factory-applied prepainted finishes are very durable and will last many years, eventually it may be desirable to
thoroughly clean or repaint them.
Dirt accumulation may cause apparent discoloration of the paint when it has been exposed in some dirt laden atmospheres
for long periods of time. In areas of strong sunlight, slight chalking may cause some change in appearance. A good cleaning
will often restore the appearance of these buildings and render repainting unnecessary. An occasional light cleaning will help
maintain a good appearance.
In many cases, simply washing the building with plain water using a hose or pressure sprayer will be adequate. In areas
where heavy dirt deposits dull the surface, a cloth or soft bristle brush and solution of water and detergent ( 1 /
3
cup of laundry
detergent per gallon of water for example) may be used. This should be followed by an adequate rinse of water. Do not use
wire brushes, abrasives, or cleaning tools which will damage the coating surface.
Mildew may occur in areas subject to high humidity but is not normally a problem due to the high inherent mildew resistance
of the baked finish that is used. However, mildew can grow on dirt and spore deposits in some cases. To remove mildew
along with the dirt, the following solution is recommended.
1 /
3
cup detergent (Tide ® or equivalent)
2 /
3
cup trisodium phosphate (Solex ® or equivalent)
1 quart of 5% sodium hypochlorite solution (Clorox ® or equivalent)
3 quarts of water
Strong solvents and abrasive type cleaners should be avoided. Most organic solvents are flammable and toxic, and must be
handled accordingly. When using a solvent, consult maintenance professionals and label instructions for proper handling
and disposal of washings. If required, a mild solvent such as mineral spirits can be used to remove caulking compounds,
oil, grease, tars, wax and similar substances. Use a cloth dampened with mineral spirits and apply only to areas which are
contaminated. Follow up the use of this mild solvent with detergent cleaning and rinsing.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
DO NOT USE A
WIRE BRUSH
HOSE OR PRESSURE SPRAY
FOR ADEQUATE CLEANING
USE MILD DETERGENT AND WATER
FOR HEAVY DIRT DEPOSITS