![]() Once the copper looks the way you want it, neutralize to stop the acid from working, dry and apply 2 to 3 coats of Everbrite™ Protective Coating to keep your copper from tarnishing. Just Everbrite™ Kits with Gel are recommended for older copper roofs. We do NOT recommend purchasing Everbrite™ Kits with Gel and Polish. Using polish is NOT recommended on copper roofs because the copper on old copper roofs is rough and the polish can cause dark areas that can be difficult to remove. On larger roofs, sanding or soda blasting will take a lot less time. Just mix it in with a whisk or a paint brush. If it gets a little thick, it can be thinned with a little water. Plan on using the gel within 6 months or so of receiving it. The Gel does not have an indefinite shelf life as it is organic without preservatives. The ingredients are food grade and will wash off of utensils used. The copper cleaning gel is water based and can get thick. Make sure the rags or cloths used for washing, neutralizing or application of the coating have NOT been laundered with fabric softener. Instead, wipe off with paper towels or old rags first to remove most of the dirty gel. Many people find that using distilled water fixes this problem.ĭon't wash off the dark and dirty gel with a hose or the dark gel can get on other surfaces and stain. If you have a lot of minerals or chemical additives in your water, there can be a reaction with the copper. If it is, the cleaners and the Everbrite™ will dry too quickly and will make your job more difficult. Make sure the copper is not too hot to touch comfortably with the back of your hand for 10 seconds. Depending on conditions and environment, copper roofs will clean differently This way you can make sure you have the system down. Go through the entire cleaning and neutralizing process and solvent wipe on one small area or one panel first. Ask your contractors to wear gloves while handling the copper. The acids and oils in your hands will leave dark fingerprints. The Copper Cleaning Gel will not work as well if there is oil or road grime on the copper. Wet down the copper first, then use a 10% bleach solution to wash off the copper. Here are some additional tips we have discovered and that our customers have shared that may help.Ĭlean off residue or road grime with a mild solution of bleach and water. Tips for Cleaning and Restoring Copper Roofs Everbrite™ is clear so it works on every color. ![]() ![]() Everbrite™ has UV blockers and Anti-Oxidants for long-lasting protection and can be maintained indefinitely. Everbrite™ will bring out the color and luster of the metal roof. ![]() Then, Everbrite Coating is applied to restore and protect the metal. How can dull, faded, oxidized painted roofs be restored? The chalky oxidation can be washed off, leaving a clean but dull and unprotected metal roof. The paint can be restored to look new again and can be maintained indefinitely. If the paint is not protected, it can continue to chalk and oxidize. Why do metal roofs fade? The paint on metal roofs will fade when the sun bakes the top coat off of the painted metal. Restore the color and luster of your faded roofs with Everbrite Coating and renew the image of your building. Church roofs, School roofs, facades, mansard roofs and other colored metal roofs are a major part of the image of the building. Let us do a customized digital quote so that you can see exactly how one of our beautiful vinyl or wood cupolas will look on your roof.Has your metal roof lost its luster? Faded, dull metal roofs can look like new again when restored with Everbrite™ Coating and will be protected from sun, salt air, acid rain and other damaging elements. We are the "Cupola Specialists" who can help you with every aspect of your cupola selection.
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