Have your vinyl railings lost their brand-new look and become dull and unattractive? Or, are you wondering how you can clean and return the great look? If so, this blog article is for you.
Vinyl deck railings present numerous benefits. They are durable, affordable, classy, versatile, and of course, easy to install, clean, and maintain. However, if left for some time without cleaning, vinyl railings will accumulate all manner of dirt and stains. So, here are the five simple ways of cleaning and maintaining the admirable look of your vinyl deck railing.
Simple Cleaning With Soap & Water
In most cases, vinyl railings are dirtied by dust, debris, pollen, and birds’ droppings. Such substances are easy to clean. All you need is to wash the railing with soap and water and rinse thoroughly. Remember to use a piece of clothing or a brush scrubber to agitate the dirt off. Also, you can spray the railings with a high-pressure nozzle hose after agitation to clean all the stains.
Pressure Washing
When simple cleaning with water and soap doesn’t produce the results you anticipated, pressure washing may be the way to go. Pressure washers are more powerful and can remove dirt that holds tightly to your railing. The procedure for cleaning is similar to the first method. First, you agitate with a soap solution (can use a cleaner too), then use the pressure washer to clean and rinse.
Use A Bleach Solution
Some stains are insoluble in soap solution. You can consider using a bleaching solution to clean such stains, specifically on the white vinyl railing. You must not use bleaches on colored bars unless you want them decolorized. However, you should ensure you rinse the bleaching solution thoroughly to avoid any further reaction. Like in the earlier mentioned steps, you will add the recommended amount of bleach to your cleaning solution and scrub the fence or railing. Ensure you protect your hand from the bleach by wearing water gloves. After cleaning, rinse thoroughly to wash off the stain and bleach. Your vinyl railing will look as attractive as the brand-new ones.
Use A Magic Eraser
Using magic erasers can give your vinyl railing a great look. Even so, magic erasers are limited to shallow-binding stains and dirt. To clean the bars with magic erasers:
- Wet the eraser with water
- Swipe your railing from top to bottom until clean
Use Specialized Vinyl Railing Cleaners
If the above methods are not working for you, it’s time you try specialized cleaners. There are numerous vinyl cleaners in the market today. Check with the nearby hardware store or online to see what is available for you.
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