Care and Maintenance Instructions for Pre-painted Substrates

NORMAL WEATHERING

Exposure to sunlight and extremes of weather and atmosphere will cause any colored or painted surface gradually to fade, chalk, or suffer an accumulation of surface dirt or stains. The severity of any of these conditions depends upon the geographical location of your home, the cleanliness of the air in your neighborhood and many other local influences over which Kolorkote has no control.The finish is formulated to chalk in a controlled manner by releasing over time powdery microscopic particles of pigment. This is a self-cleaning feature, as surface dirt often is loosened along with the powder and is washed off by rainfall. Powder on places not reached by rainfall can be washed off with a garden hose. A sufficient thickness of finish is applied to allow for normal chalking without detracting from the long life of the finish.

SIMPLE CLEANING

In areas where an abnormal amount of dirt is deposited on the sheet surfaces, under eaves, and under other protective enclosures, the following simple cleaning procedure should be scheduled annually or more often if conditions demand:For surface soil or stains resulting from industrial fallout, tree sap, insecticides, or chimney fumes, the use of ordinary non-abrasive household detergents is recommended. (For example 1/3 cup of Ariel per gallon of water.)The solution should be applied to the soiled surface by means of a soft rag, sponge, or soft bristle brush with a gentle rubbing action -- do not rub vigorously so as to crate glossy areas over the satin finish of your siding. Rotary soft bristle brushes equipped with long extension handles may be used to reach some of the higher areas.It is important that immediately following all washing operations, the entire surface be thoroughly rinsed with fresh water from a garden hose.

STUBBORN STAINS CAUTION:

DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS OR PAINT REMOVER FOR CLEANING. THESE MATERIALS MAY SOFTEN OR ACTUALLY REMOVE THE PAINT FINISH. AVOID SKIN CONTACT OR GETTING THE CLEANER IN EYES. ALWAYS TEST ANY CLEANER ON AN INCONSPICUOUS AREA BEFORE FULL USE.
MILDEW:In some locales, mildew may be a problem. It appears as black spots occurring on the surface dirt and is usually first detected in areas on subjected to rainfall, such as under eaves and porch enclosures. For removal, prepare a solution as follows and comply to the aforementioned washing and rinsing procedures