Tips And Procedures For Cleaning Vinyl Siding
More and more homes are being constructed with vinyl siding on the outside. It is a superior material when compared to wood, as it will not rot or deteriorate. The only thing that needs to be done to keep this type of product looking good is to keep it clean. Inevitably, the siding will collect dust, dirt and other substances over a period of time. The following tips for cleaning vinyl siding will be helpful to note.
 1. Prepare the area.
There is a moderate amount of preparation that you will need to do before you begin cleaning vinyl siding. Move lawn furniture and toys away from the house. Cover any shrubs or plants with plastic sheeting covers. Also, cover light fixtures installed on the house as well as any electrical outlets. In addition, you will need to determine if you have mold on your siding, or just dirt. If you place a small amount of oxygen bleach on the dark spots on your siding, it will turn white if the spot is mold. If it stays dark, it is dirt. You can get rid of the mold with a 5:1 water and oxygen bleach solution.
2. Wash the siding with clean water.
The first thing you will want to do is wash the siding off with clean water to remove any surface dirt and dust. Cleaning vinyl siding in this manner should be done by attaching a nozzle to a garden hose and using a medium pressure setting. Ensure that you point your hose nozzle downward as you rinse in order to avoid spraying water behind the siding. 3. Mix soap and water for cleaning vinyl siding. Put warm water into a bucket or other container and add some soap. Dish-washing soap is considered by many to be the best cleaner for this job. The mixture should be somewhat bubbly.
4. Apply the soapy water mixture to the siding. If you are wondering how to apply the cleaner, the easiest method is to put some of the cleaning mixture in a spray bottle. You will also need a brush. For cleaning vinyl siding, the kind of brush that is used to clean recreational vehicles is great due to the long handle. Work quickly, from the bottom upwards, by spraying the area, brushing the dirt and rinsing each section with the hose as you go. When the brush gets dirty, dip it in the container of soapy water to clean. You will probably need to change out the water periodically. Never allow the soapy mixture to dry on the siding. Following the above procedures will ensure that you will do a good job of cleaning vinyl siding. It will also help your home look its very best.
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