What to Do During the
First 30 Days: |
What to Avoid During the
First 30 Days: |
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1. Do rinse dirt & spills
as soon as
possible with
water or use soap if
necessary. Rinse with
watering can
or hose. |
1. Do not abuse the
surface in any way.
2. Do not drag anything on the surface.
3. Do not place heavy potted plants on surface.
4. Do not apply chemicals or cleaners on surfaces
under
30 days.
5. Do not roller skate on surface. |
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What to Do After the
First 30 Days: |
What to
Avoid After the
First 30 Days: |
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1. Do apply a mild
solution of chlorine
or muriatic
acid if the stain does not
remove with water or
soap.
2. Do rinse well with water to remove
all the cleaning
solutions.
3. Do apply chlorine overnight and rinse
in the
morning for extreme stains.
(Note: This method is not recommended
for indoor
surfaces)
4. Do try other brands of cleaners
available for
painted surfaces and follow the
instructions
provided. If in doubt do
a small test spot.
5. Do pressure clean if necessary. |
1. Do not apply any
solvent type cleaners.
2. Do not allow oil and gasoline spills to remain on
the
surface for extended periods. (days, weeks)
3. Do not chip with hammer or otherwise. |
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There are many cleaning
solutions for the many types of dirt and stains. If in
doubt, do a test spot. The chemicals to avoid are the
solvent type (acetone, xylene, etc.) They may
re-emulsify the sealers and permanently fuse the dirt or
stain within the sealers.
Powder soaps with bleach work best on certain stains
such as oil and grease. They should be dissolved in warm
water before applied to the stain or dirt. Scrub with
hard bristle brush and rinse thoroughly. If the oil and
grease stain is allowed to cure in the sun for extended
period of time, it may be difficult to completely
remove. Possibly 5-10% of the stain will still be
visible. Liquid Soap such as dish soap will also cut
oily stains and most common dirt. Iron-out removes rust
stains.
Chlorine should bleach out most non-oily stains. A mild
solution is recommended between 20% to 80% water. A
stronger solution may be used if required. On stubborn
stains allow the solution sufficient time to bleach out
the stain. Rinse well or pressure clean the surface.
Muriatic acid can also be used. A mild solution is
recommended between 20% to 80% water. A stronger
solution may be used but ID is typically required to
purchase. Stronger solutions will remove rust stains and
a variety of non-oily stains. Rinse well or pressure
clean the surface after application. DO NOT APPLY ANY
SOLUTION OF CHLORINE OR MURIATIC ACID ON A NEW SURFACE
LESS THAN 28 DAYS OLD. NEVER MIX CHLORINE AND MURIATIC
ACID.
All the above liquid solutions may be applied with a
watering can. Avoid contact with skin and clothing.
Cleaning products can be hazardous to eyes, skin, and
may affect breathing. Always follow the manufacturers
recommendations and use caution. When cracks reappear,
they can be cleaned and filled with Elmers Squeeze n
Caulk. Let the caulk dry and restain with water diluted
stain. |
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