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and Cleaning Sunbrella fabric should be cleaned regularly before substances such as dirt, roof particles, etc., are allowed to accumulate on and become embedded in the fabric. The fabric can be cleaned without being removed from the frame. Simply brush off any loose dirt, roof particles, etc.; hose down and clean with mild natural soap in lukewarm (no more than 100 degrees fahrenheit.) Rinse thoroughly to remove soap. Do not use detergents. Another method of cleaning for more stubborn cases is as follows: Soak the fabric for approximately twenty minutes in a solution of no more than 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of bleach and 1/4 cup (2 oz.) natural soap per gallon of water at approximately 100 degrees fahrenheit. A non-clorine bleach is recommended for Sunbrella "Plus" because of the urethane coating. Rinse thoroughly in cold water to remove all of the soap. Note: Excessive soaking in bleach can deteriorate sewing threads. This method of cleaning may remove part of the water repellency and the fabric should receive an application of an air-curing water repellency treatment, such as APCO, UNISEAL, SUNSEAL, or similar products, if water repellency is a factor. Silicone repellents such as AQUA-TITE are effective moisture resistant agents but do not provide soil and stain release properties. Sunbrella may be dry cleaned but a water repellent treatment must be applied to the fabric after dry cleaning to reestablish water repellency. Sunbrella is made from 100% acrylic fiber and is thermoplastic or heat sensitive. When washing or cleaning, DO NOT SUBJECT TO EXCESSIVE HEAT as the fabric will shrink. DO NOT STEAM, PRESS, OR DRY IN ELECTRIC OR GAS DRYERS, but allow to air dry. In cases where Sunbrella awning is taken down and stored during the winter season, it should be cleaned, allowed to air dry, and stored in a dry, well ventilated area. Many fabricators offer a reasonably priced removal, cleaning, storage and rehanging service on a yearly basis. For optimum appearance and performance Sunbrella should be cleaned regularly. |
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