Maintenance Tips From Stucco Service Providers
Is the facade of your house made up of stucco? Do you have stucco walls in your house? Great! Stucco is a prime choice for wall finishes or siding for millennia because it’s very durable. With the right stucco service and maintenance, your stucco can last for a lifetime.
Even though today, stucco is made up of sand and cement, requiring little to no maintenance. But you shouldn’t ignore it. You should clean and maintain your stucco once a year, especially when its outdoors. Here ways to maintain your stucco:
Cleaning Stains on Your Stucco
Most often, all you need to clean your indoor stucco is to use a water-damp nylon brush to wet the surface. Then follow it up with a wet cotton towel or microfiber cloth to wipe away dirt and stains. If a very stubborn stain has absorbed into your stucco’s surface, you’ll need much more than water.
A chemical, TSP or Trisodium Phosphate, is recommended. It can be purchased at any local hardware or another home maintenance store. But to clean your stucco using the chemical, there are steps you need to carefully follow. You can just call a professional to do the cleaning for you, which would be much safer and easier. But if you do decide to clean it on your own, the area should be well-ventilated. You must also wear protective clothing like gloves, pants, long sleeves, and eyewear.
1) Dilute the TSP in the water, with water-tsp ratio if 15-1.
2) Apply it on the stain using a nylon brush to clean and let it dry for 1-2 hours.
Cleaning Your Outdoor Stucco
When you have your stucco outdoors, it’s a given that it has been exposed to the elements. It’s required to clean it regularly to get rid of grime and dirt build-up. Although it should be left to professionals so you won’t have to worry about anything, it’s a fairly simple process.
A garden hose with a spray nozzle is enough or even a power washer. If you want to use the power washer, better hire a professional because they have the proper equipment and technique. Regardless of whatever tool you use, make sure to use a mist setting so you won’t damage the stucco.
1) Flood your stucco from the bottom to the top.
2) Switch to a concentrate spray and wash from top to bottom. This way, dirty water doesn’t cause ugly streaks or get absorbed and debris won’t settle.
3) Use a nylon brush carefully to remove any dirt build-up. If you there are stubborn stains, just use the method above but with a pump sprayer. Let it dry and rinse.
If you’re in Lake Worth, FL area and you need a stucco service to clean, maintain, or repair your stucco, contact Unique Stucco Design LLC for professional services! You can get in touch with us by dialing (786) 709-5282.