High quality architectural painted and anodized finishes are extremely durable. But even the best finishes still need a little TLC.
Even with the most careful treatment of the windows, curtainwall or storefront during installation and in their daily use, occasional damage will occur.
This Protecting-your-aluminum-finish guide shares recommended care of painted and anodized finishes on architectural metal and examines three levels of concern: care and cleaning, minor repairs and field touch-up, and more complex refinishing caused by severe damage. read more
Recommendations from the Paint Manufacturers
PPG and Valspar – offers two main precautions: (1) do not use wire brushes, abrasives or similar cleaning tools which will mechanically abrade the coatings surface, and (2) certain cleaning agents (listed in full article) should be tested in an inconspicuous area before use on a large scale.
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PPG’s full cleaning and maintenance guide can be found here.
Valspar’s full cleaning and maintenance guide can be found here.