MAINTENANCE GUIDE

Photograph and installation by Big Red Decorative Concrete

POWERWASHINGY O U R F I R S T A N D E A S I E S T L I N EO F D E F E N S E

Regular cleaning of Sundek by hosing and using a squeegee or push broom to remove standing water is the

most effective method of minimizing most stains. Some stains may require more aggressive procedures such

as a light acid or power wash.

Exterior floors may be washed with 2000-2500 psi set on the pressure washer with the tip of the nozzle 10-12"

away from the surface. Pressure washing with hot water is not recommended.

Cleaning products like Fantastic or 409 may be used if required and mild solvents such as paint thinner

may be used for spot cleaning.

Periodic recoating will completely renew the surface. This should be done in strict accordance with the

manufacturer’s written instructions.

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Sundeck Products USA, Inc.  •  805 Avenue H. E, Suite 508,  Arlington, TX 76011 • Toll Free (877) 478-6335  • www.sundek.com

*Sundek is not responsible for any finish coat that is damaged under pressure washing after being installed for more than 2 years. In most cases thecoating material will withstand pressure washing within 2000-2500 PSI with fan tip nozzle at least 10”-12” from surface, but no guarantees.

Photograph and installation by Sundek of Austin

SunTough

SunTough is an environmentally friendly cleaning product containingacid. Try applying SunTough to the surface before rinsing for toughstains.Contact your local SUNDEK dealer to purchase.

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CAUTION: Always wear protective eye and skin wear when working withany acid solution. Follow safety guidelines printed on containers includinguse of proper respirator.

MILDEW & ALGAE STAINS Mix 50% pool chlorine to water. Apply directly onto affected area with plasticsprayer. Lightly scrub the chlorine solution over theaffected area. Allow the solution to soak without drying. Rinse the area completely when the solution hasstopped reacting. Squeegee or broom water from deck. Stubborn deposits require soaking with a moreconcentrated solution and moderate scrubbing.

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This type of stain usually occurs in shadedlocations where water puddles. If treated early,mildew and algae can easily be removed.

Recommended Products: Nature'sOrange, Simple Green, SunTough, orTrisodium Phosphate (TSP)

SunKleen

SunKleen penetrates through the greasy soil and breaks the bond at thesurface. It will pay for itself in its virtually unlimited application byreplacing many obsolete degreasers with one all purpose concentrate.

Sundeck Products USA, Inc.  •  805 Avenue H. E, Suite 508,  Arlington, TX 76011 • Toll Free (877) 478-6335  • www.sundek.com

GREASE, OIL, BEVERAGE &FOOD STAINS

Rinse the area with water. Apply a solution of citrus-based cleaner or equivalent. Lightly scrub the area with a stiff-bristled brush or comb. Allow to soak without drying. Lightly scrub and rinse thoroughly.

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Recommended Products: SunKleen,Natures Orange, or Simple Green

GUM, TAR, & TREE SAP STAINS Freeze with dry ice or CO2 type fire extinguisher and chip off with putty knife. Spray remaining residue with cleaner. Scrape off with putty knife. Clean area with citrus-based cleaner or equivalent. Rinse off any remaining residue.

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Recommended Products: Disolvit orGoof Off

Photograph and installation by Sundek of Washington

Contact your local SUNDEK dealer to purchase.

ICE & SNOWUse non-calcium chloride Eco-friendly products that are Magnesium Chloride, Carbonyl Diamide orGlycol Based. "Salt products", although inexpensive to use, cause damage to concrete. Any chemicalsthat are used, regardless of the composition, should be rinsed off within a week.

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CAUTION: Do not use paint removers. These will cause damage to the Sundek finish. Always wear protective eye and skin wear when working with any acidsolution. Follow safety guidelines printed on containers including use of proper respirator.

BLACK RUBBER MARKSTAINS

Apply concentrated solution of citrus-based cleaner withplastic sprayer. Spread the solution over the area with a deck broom. Allow the solution to soak without drying. Completely scrub the area. Rinse thoroughly with high-pressure nozzle. Squeegee or broom off water.

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Recommended Products: SunSpot,Natures Orange, or Simple Green

The best maintenance tip for black tiremarks is to hose and clean the area ona regular basis to prevent a heavy buildup of rubber and asphalt residue. Hightraffic areas may require repeatedapplications for maximum results.

PAINT STAINSPaint that is spilled or sprayed on Sundek should be quickly wiped up with a cloth. If the paint has dried,the affected area can be touched up with Sundek Finish Coat. Apply as you would water-based paint.Heavy paint-globs must be scraped off prior to applying the Sundek Finish Coat.

HARD WATER DEPOSITS, RUST,SOIL, PLANT, & WOOD STAINS

Mix Muriatic acid solution (20-40% acid to water). *ALWAYS add acid to water not water to acid. Dampen the surface with a mist of water (DO NOTapply acid to dry surface). Apply acid solution to damp surface with plasticsprayer or sprinkler can. Lightly scrub deck with a deck broom until thesolution stops "fizzing." When the fizzing activity stops, it is a sign that theacid has finished working (DO NOT allow solutionto dry). Rinse off solution with high-pressure nozzle. Use a squeegee or deck broom to remove anyexcess water. Neutralize with soda ash, baking sodaor Trisodium Phosphate (TSP) - scrub lightly. Rinse thoroughly and squeegee or broom offwater.

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Recommended Products: DilutedMuriatic acid, Lime Away, or Whink

SunSpot

SunSpot is used on decorative concrete textures and will remove tar,grease, asphalt, tire marks, tree saps, and most other oil based stains.

Sundeck Products USA, Inc.  •  805 Avenue H. E, Suite 508,  Arlington, TX 76011 • Toll Free (877) 478-6335  • www.sundek.com

Photograph and installation by Concrete Coatings Inc.

Contact your local SUNDEK dealer to purchase.