TUFFLEX overlay systems only require minimal care and maintenance but like any other coating, some must inevitably be done.
Cleaning can usually be accomplished stiff bristle by using a long-handled brush with biodegradable detergent and water to loosen the dirt. Then hose off the surface. The more aggressive the surface texture, the more attention that will have to be paid to keeping it clean. For large areas an automated floor cleaner that applies the water, scrubs the surface and then vacuums up the dirty water, can be used. A wet-dry vac can be used in small areas to pickup the dirty water if hosing off is not practical.
- The sooner stains are cleaned up, the better the results will be. The longer stains are unattended to, the harder they are to remove.
- Special care should be taken that potted plants and planter box runoff is not allowed to cause deep staining from their soil-salts, plant food and fertilizer.
- Make sure that patio furniture, both hard plastic and metal, has protective caps where they contact the overlay. Use coasters if the caps are missing.
- The use of Astro-Turf or other outdoor carpets are not advised since they hold moisture and stains against the overlay below.
- Physical damage to the overlay should be immediately brought to the attention of the contractor that installed the TUFFLEX System.
With proper attention and maintenance, TUFFLEX Systems have an exceptional longevity. For best results, and depending upon the degree of traffic to watch the installation has been exposed, contact your application contractor at 2,3,or 5 year intervals for an inspection.
