Maintenance
This guide provides best practices for preventing corrosion, discolouration, and other damage, ensuring your cladding remains in optimal condition.
Safeguard Your Investment: The Essential Maintenance Guide
To guarantee that your IQ Clad aluminium cladding retains its beauty and resilience over time, it’s crucial to follow our detailed Maintenance Guide. This guide offers step-by-step instructions for the meticulous care required to maintain the cladding’s pristine condition. Consistent upkeep is vital to avoid common problems like corrosion, fading, and structural degradation, which can detract from both its functionality and allure.
Best Practices for Cladding Care
Cleaning: Discover the recommended techniques to keep your cladding looking as good as new.
Inspection: Learn how to identify early signs of wear or damage, allowing for timely interventions.
Maintenance Intervals: Our guide is customized to address New Zealand’s varied climates, ensuring your maintenance schedule is appropriate for your local conditions.
By diligently applying these guidelines, you not only maintain the aesthetic integrity but also fortify the longevity of your cladding, maximizing the value of your property. Should you need further clarification or face unique challenges, our dedicated technical support team is readily available to offer expert advice, ensuring your cladding’s ongoing excellence.
Wash the cladding
At least once a year wash down the cladding with water. Do not use a water blaster. Pay special attention to areas that do not get regular rain washing.
Use a fine bristle brush or sponge.
Use a mild detergent to remove remaining dirt. Do not use harsh chemicals or anything abrasive.
Non-water-soluble dirt such as tar, oil, or paint may need to be removed with a solvent applied with a soft cotton cloth. Do not use acetone or paint removers.
Inspect the cladding
At least once a year, check the cladding to ensure there are no dents, scratches, or other damage. Check that weatherboards are aligned; secure; and that the corner, joint junction, and widow flashings have not moved from their internal interlocking component.
Make repairs as necessary. If repairs require specialist skills or weatherboard replacement, contact IQCLAD for advice
Maintain Your Cladding
Regularly following IQ Clad’s Maintenance Guide is essential for preserving the longevity and visual appeal of your aluminium cladding. By adhering to our recommended practices, you can prevent issues such as corrosion, discolouration, and other damage, ensuring your cladding remains in optimal condition for years to come.
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