Benefits of Regular Cladding Cleanup

 Dust, dirt and other elements can affect the look of both interior and exterior cladding. Many people do not clean their cladding until a thick layer of dirt covers it and then complain that cleaning cladding is a backbreaking task! If you follow a simple cleaning schedule, tasks won’t pile up and you won’t have to worry about cleaning and repairing your cladding at one go.  There are many different types of cladding but installing cladding materials like High Pressure Laminates (HPLs) is useful as it comes with anti-dust, moisture, chemical and corrosion resistance which makes its maintenance easy. But even then, regular cleaning is important. The cleaning requirements differ depending on the types of cladding. A regular cleaning job in case of HPL cladding includes simple steps like gentle dusting with a soft, clean cloth once every two or three days or a thorough cleaning with soapy water solution every week. There are a number of benefits of including cladding cleaning in your regular house maintenance routine. In this blog, we discuss some of the benefits of regular cleaning of HPL cladding. 

Enhances Aesthetic Appeal 

First impressions matter. One of the first things that guests notice when they enter an office or a commercial space is the wall cladding. Be it  interior cladding or exterior cladding, it impacts the overall aesthetics  of the spaces.  In businesses, it promotes a positive brand perception and shows that you care about the physical environment at work. Dirty, unkempt cladding is an eyesore as water marks, spills, and stains can spoil the entire look of the cladding. Cleaning the cladding plays an important role in beautifying the space and improving the mood in the office. 

Prevents Premature Deterioration 

A neglected HPL cladding may become prone to cracks, dents and chippings, cutting short your cladding’s useful life. Age related deterioration is normal and while you cannot stop it entirely you can surely take proactive steps to slow down the process. Regular cleaning reduces wear and tear on the cladding. It lowers the susceptibility of dirt to get trapped and minute scratches from becoming bigger dents. While cleaning your cladding, keep an eye out for chips and dents and repair them straight away. With proper care and maintenance, your HPL cladding will last for years. 

Fulfills Warranty Requirements 

Most HPL cladding suppliers offer warranties on their products. But these warranties may be subject to a lot of conditions. For example, if the manufacturer thinks that proper care has not been taken for the cladding your warranty may be void and an out of warranty cladding damage can be expensive to repair. To keep the warranty intact, periodically clean the cladding. Not only will the surface be refreshed but you will also be able to come across any problems/repairs that need attention. 

Word of Advice

Regular cleaning and maintenance will help you protect the look and feel of your interior and exterior cladding. You can hire a professional cladding cleaning company to maintain your HPL cladding. Like other types of cladding, HPL cladding too should be cleaned as per the manufacturer’s instructions. You can look for these instructions in the cladding manufacturer’s catalogues, product information on the website or the FAQ section.