Use and Care Manual

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Problem

Solution

Dirt and Debris

Surface debris should be sprayed off with a hose. Use warm

soapy water and a soft non-metal scrub brush to remove dirt and

debris within the embossing pattern. Scrubbing in the direction of

the grain is best.

Tannins

Tannins can form when organic material gets stuck within the

gaps of the deck and water starts to pool under it. Therefore, it is

best to remove the debris within gaps with a garden hose,

spatula, or soft broom. Keeping the gaps clean will reduce the

chances of tannins from forming leaving your deck cleaner.

Ice and Snow

Use calcium chloride or rock salt to melt the snow and ice.

Buildup of calcium chloride and rock salt may occur leaving a

white residue, which can be easily removed with warm soapy

water and a soft non-metal scrub brush.

Oil / Grease / Food

All oil / grease / food spills must be removed promptly. To clean

use warm soapy water and a soft non-metal scrub brush. Grease

and oil may require an all purpose cleaner if warm soapy water

and a soft non-metal scrub brush do not work. Be sure to check

with manufacturer’s on which cleaners are appropriate to use on

your deck.

Mold and Mildew

Mold and mildew occurs periodically in everyday environments.

Therefore, surface mold and mildew can appear on the deck if

decaying organic material such as, but are not limited to, wood,

leaf decay, and pollen are present along with elevated

temperatures, air, and water. There is no way to completely

eliminate mold and mildew, therefore, we can only minimize the

occurrence by removing these decaying organic materials as

quickly as possible. If mold and mildew are present use warm

soapy water and a soft non-metal scrub brush to clean.

Irregular Heat Sources / Fire

Composite decking has the tendency to retain heat whenever

presented directly or indirectly to it. Irregular heat sources, such

as, but not limited to, fire pits, fire places, and barbecue grills,

and fire may damage the surface of UltraShield decking. Proper

caution should be taken when from irregular heat sources and

fire to ensure no damage occurs to the deck.

UltraShield

Caring and Cleaning Guide

IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU START

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Using a pressure washer is applicable, with a wide fan tip, but only at pressures under 1,500 psi and at a distance of 12”

above the deck. Exercise extreme caution when using a pressure washer because your deck can be damaged.

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Failure to remove debris from gaps may result in staining, mold, and mildew from forming.

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NEVER use a METAL shovel to remove ice or snow from a UltraShield deck.

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Oil / Grease / Food must be removed from the surface within a reasonable amount of time to maintain the 25 - Year Limited

Stain Warranty.

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Varying degrees of mold and mildew will occur due to the amount of heat and moisture present in your region.

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Exercise caution if walking barefoot as footwear may be required.

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Summary of content (6 pages)

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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide IMPORTANT: BEFORE YOU START • Using a pressure washer is applicable, with a wide fan tip, but only at pressures under 1,500 psi and at a distance of 12” above the deck. Exercise extreme caution when using a pressure washer because your deck can be damaged. • Failure to remove debris from gaps may result in staining, mold, and mildew from forming. • NEVER use a METAL shovel to remove ice or snow from a UltraShield deck.
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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide Problem Masonry Construction Solution During masonry construction the deck must be covered AT ALL TIMES preferably with a sheet of tarp or construction grade plastic film. Mineral deposits, left over from construction, can mix with water and evaporate leaving deposits behind which creates a white/haze on the decks surface. To prevent this problem ensure that masonry/cement construction is set properly before ever installing the decking material.
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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide Mineral Deposits Mineral deposits appear on the deck surface when regular cleaning of UltraShield does not occur. These deposits appear because of rain mixing with runoff from roofs, soil/dirt, pathways, and etc. When evaporated on the deck it creates a haze on the deck that can be washed away if seen within a certain time period. If over time this haze is not cleaned it can build up and create layers that are more difficult to clean.
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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide Cleaning the Area Option 1: Vinegar In Figure 2 you can see the boards that have the mineral deposit on the top of the surface. We will be using a mixture of water and vinegar to clean off the boards. 1. First we will need to make a 50/50 mixture of vinegar/water. We will first start by pouring water into a bucket as shown in Figure 3. 2. Then we will add the same amount of vinegar to that bucket as shown in Figure 4. 3.
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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide Cleaning the Area Option 1: Vinegar (Continued) 7. After drying the effected boards should look brand new. As you can see in Figure 5 you can see the difference between the area cleaned versus not cleaned. Option 2: Toilet Bowl Cleaner 1. Take the toilet bowl cleaner and apply it onto each effected board as shown in Figure 6. 2.
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UltraShieldTM Caring and Cleaning Guide Cleaning the Area Option 3: Household/Laundry Detergent 1. Take the detergent and apply it on the boards as shown in Figure 9. 2. Then take water and pour it over the detergent and rub it into the boards and allow it to sit for at least 5 minutes as shown in Figure 10. 3. After allowing the detergent/water sit for 5 minutes begin scrubbing with the steel wool in the direction of the wood grain.