For all Alucoone panels sheets to retain their colour, gloss and aesthetic appeal, and approved cleaning company must carry out regular cleaning and maintenance of the panels.

Alucoone coated Panels are smooth and thus do not retain much dirt and soil on their surfaces, however, if the Panels are not regularly cleaned and maintained, dirt and soil could build upon the panels' surfaces. The durability and Warranty of the panels could be affected, if the panels are not regularly cleaned and maintained, due to a build-up of dirt and soil, this could cause coating surface issues to arise. This will also negatively impact the aesthetic look, colour, and gloss of the panels.

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When the panels on a project are due for their first cleaning and maintenance process, the cleaning

company must first carry out tests for compatibility between their proposed cleaning agent and the

panels. It is recommended that the testing is carried out on a spare panel or on an inconspicuous

area of the Project panels.
 

Once a cleaning agent is found to be compatible with the Panels, then this cleaning agent must

always be used. If at any time the cleaning company wishes to change their cleaning agent,

they must go through the same testing process as stated above.

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When cleaning the Panels, it must be ensured that the surface temperature of the Panels is always

below 40°C at all times, so as to avoid any unforeseen issues with the Panels surfaces. As far as

possible try to carry out the cleaning process in the shade and at moderate temperatures. Do not

carry out any the cleaning process when it is raining, snowing or in similar conditions.

A forceful water rinse from top-down is recommended, as an initial step of the cleaning process,

followed by a low water volume with moderate pressure for the remainder of the cleaning process.

The cleaning must be done with uniform pressure and with a horizontal motion first, followed by a vertical motion from top to bottom of the panel's coated surface.

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It is essential that either a non-abrasive grit-free pad, soft grit-free squeegee or soft lint-free cloth

is used to clean or wipe the surface of the Panels, so as to prevent abrasions and scratches on 

the panel's coated surface. 

A mild cleaning agent such as IPA solution (Isopropyl Alcohol) with a neutral PH of 5-10% can be

used for the removal of light and dirt soil.

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For stubborn stains, such as those caused by sealant and caulking compounds, a mild solvent such as IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol), n-Hexane or Ethanol 46.7% is to be used. If a concentrated alcohol-based cleaning agent is being used, it is required

that the cleaning agent's manufacturer's printed instructions are followed with regards to dilution and application.

It is recommended to start the cleaning from the top of the building, as opposed to the bottom of the building, so as to avoid any rundown and streaking of the water and cleaning agents on the panels that have already been cleaned.

After the soil and dirt have been removed, the Panels must immediately be rinsed with clean water and wiped with a soft non-abrasive cloth.

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Do not use any strong organic solvents or cleaning agents under any circumstances, such as MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone), MIBK (Methyl Iso Butyl Ketone), Trilene, Paint Thinner, household detergents or cleaning agents, strong alkali or strong acid-based cleaning agents containing sodium carbonate, caustic soda, potassium hydroxide or similar, or any such strong abrasive and lacquer dissolving agents. All cleaning agents must have a neutral PH of 5-10% only.

Sharpshooter is a versatile cleaner from 3M (Alkali, PH12) and Windex is a glass cleaner from Johnson (alkali, PH11). As these are alkali solutions, prevent eye and skin contact. Follow manufacturer's safety instructions.