Top ten reasons to clean!
1. REMOVE deeply embedded soil, grime and pollution!
2. REVITALIZE the appearance of even badly neglected awnings!
3. REPLACE plasticizers and protectants!
4. RESTORE to the original, colorful awning it once was!
5. INCREASE resistance to damaging environmental elements!
6. EXTEND life expectancy!
7. RECREATE the image you originally had for your business!
8. ENHANCE advertising value and effectiveness!
9. REDUCE fading and color loss!
10. AVOID replacement costs!

Your awnings need to be cleaned on a regular basis to prevent pollutants from becoming embedded into the surface of the fabric which causes premature material failure. Also, the longer the residues remain in contact with the surface, the greater the chance that stains will become permanent. Deposits of auto exhaust, air pollution, industrial fallout, mold, mildew, fungus, bird droppings and environmental dirt allowed to remain in contact for extended periods of time will cause deterioration of the threads thus breaking down the seams and bindings, shortening the life of your awnings. Keeping awnings properly maintained not only protects your awning investment but has the added benefit of attractive, clean awnings. “It’s not just an awning, it’s your Image!”

Mildew is the first situation we need to handle in the awning cleaning process. Mildew is unpleasant on the eyes and it can cause an unpleasant odor as well. The mildew buildup is usually the end result of pollen sitting in a dark and damp area. In order to prevent mildew from building up, each week you should take a few moments to hose down the awning. This is the first step in your awning cleaning process and really simple! It’s just a matter of getting out there and doing it. Once you hose down the awning, make sure it’s able to dry out before you roll it back up. It’s best to do on a nice clear and sunny day so it completely dries out. We also recommend using some detergent on the deck awning occasionally throughout the summer, but make sure it’s not on the harsh side. A harsh detergent can damage the material, especially the waterproofing on the deck awning. If you can handle this part of your awning cleaning duties, you’ll keep it looking nice and new!

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