If you have old metal signs that are in need of a good cleaning, it is a good idea to clean them in the most natural way possible. Using techniques and products that are natural are less harsh on both you and your sign.
The easiest way to begin the process is to fill up a pale with warm, fresh water. Depending on the size of the surface that is going to be clean you may need a large pale or just a simple small spray bottle. Regardless of the size of your water source, add some liquid soap to the water. Liquid soap can be invaluable, allowing you to remove a lot of greasy, grimy dirty surfaces.
Use a cloth to help distribute the cleaning solution. If you are going to immerse the cloth in a pale of water be sure that you wring out the cloth so it's not too wet when used. Some people find the use of sponges or brushes really helpful. Do keep in mind, that brushes can sometimes be rough on surfaces so, be sure that if you choose one, you choose the softest one possible.
Once you are pleased with the outcome of cleaning the sign the next step is to make sure that it is dried off properly. Do not be overly concerned if you notice that the surface still has some residual dirt as the drying process with help remove small amounts of dirt that has lingered.
If you find that the area you are cleaning is more stubborn then you can also add some vinegar to the water for cleaning. When adding vinegar, add one part vinegar for every one part water that you have in your bucket or spray bottle. Just as if washing with soapy water, simply dry off the surface with a cloth or towel after you have finished washing it down with the vinegar and water solution.
Lime juice and salt can also help you combat hard to handle dirt if you find that the vinegar or liquid soap solutions are not accomplishing the desired affect. Just like the other natural solutions it can help chip away at the dirt gently yet affectively. Remember, once you have finished applying it, you must rinse and dry the area as good as you can.
Always take the time to test a very small area of the product that you plan to clean before covering a large surface with the chosen mixture. The purpose of this step is to ensure that the mixture you are choosing to use is not going to be too harsh on the area to be cleaned. Cleaning more frequently can help prevent a build up of dirt and grime on your sign. It can also help make the cleaning process easier and increase the life of your product.
Safety should always be at the forefront of any activity. It is important if the old metal signs are up too high, you use extra caution while you are cleaning them. Having someone present while cleaning hard to reach areas is always a good idea to ensure help is readily available to you should you need any kind of assistance.
The easiest way to begin the process is to fill up a pale with warm, fresh water. Depending on the size of the surface that is going to be clean you may need a large pale or just a simple small spray bottle. Regardless of the size of your water source, add some liquid soap to the water. Liquid soap can be invaluable, allowing you to remove a lot of greasy, grimy dirty surfaces.
Use a cloth to help distribute the cleaning solution. If you are going to immerse the cloth in a pale of water be sure that you wring out the cloth so it's not too wet when used. Some people find the use of sponges or brushes really helpful. Do keep in mind, that brushes can sometimes be rough on surfaces so, be sure that if you choose one, you choose the softest one possible.
Once you are pleased with the outcome of cleaning the sign the next step is to make sure that it is dried off properly. Do not be overly concerned if you notice that the surface still has some residual dirt as the drying process with help remove small amounts of dirt that has lingered.
If you find that the area you are cleaning is more stubborn then you can also add some vinegar to the water for cleaning. When adding vinegar, add one part vinegar for every one part water that you have in your bucket or spray bottle. Just as if washing with soapy water, simply dry off the surface with a cloth or towel after you have finished washing it down with the vinegar and water solution.
Lime juice and salt can also help you combat hard to handle dirt if you find that the vinegar or liquid soap solutions are not accomplishing the desired affect. Just like the other natural solutions it can help chip away at the dirt gently yet affectively. Remember, once you have finished applying it, you must rinse and dry the area as good as you can.
Always take the time to test a very small area of the product that you plan to clean before covering a large surface with the chosen mixture. The purpose of this step is to ensure that the mixture you are choosing to use is not going to be too harsh on the area to be cleaned. Cleaning more frequently can help prevent a build up of dirt and grime on your sign. It can also help make the cleaning process easier and increase the life of your product.
Safety should always be at the forefront of any activity. It is important if the old metal signs are up too high, you use extra caution while you are cleaning them. Having someone present while cleaning hard to reach areas is always a good idea to ensure help is readily available to you should you need any kind of assistance.
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