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Cleaning Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding resists most common household stains, but it will
become dirty like any product exposed to atmospheric
conditions. In areas not exposed to direct sun and rain,
periodic washing with a soft bristle brush and clean water
from a garden hose may be necessary to remove surface dirt.
Chalk may also accumulate on the surface. This is a normal
condition for pigmented materials exposed to the elements.
For best appearance, clean vinyl siding at least once a year.
To remove soil, grime and chalk from your siding, use a
garden hose, a soft bristle brush and a bucket of soapy water.
(You can also use the solution described below in the section
dealing with mildew.) To minimize streaking, wash the house
from the bottom up.
Thoroughly rinse the siding with clean water from a garden
hose. Avoid prolonged or high pressure rinsing of open
ventilated areas. Keep cleaning solution off surrounding
fixtures and surfaces not scheduled for washing.
Stubborn stains
If you can’t remove especially stubborn stains using normal
household detergents, request a cleaner from your siding
contractor or your local building materials retailer. Always test
any cleaner on an inconspicuous area before full use.
Mildew
Mildew may be a problem in some areas, especially warmer
climates with consistently high humidity. Mildew appears as
black spots on surface dirt and is usually detected in areas not
subjected to rainfall, such as under eaves and porch
enclosures. To remove mildew, prepare a solution as follows:
1/2 cup detergent (Tide, for example)
2/3 cup trisodium phosphate (Soilax, for example)
1 quart 5% sodium hypochlorite (Chlorox, for example)
3 quarts water
CAUTION: Greater concentration may cause damage to
the siding and soffit.
If the above solution does not readily remove mildew spots,
ask your siding contractor or your local building materials
retailer for a mildew cleaner.
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SECTION 11 – Miscellaneous
Wolverine Fit and Finish Installation Guide