Residential and Commercial

Vinyl Care

Keep your vinyl fencing looking like new with simple, effective care and maintenance tips. Learn how easy cleaning and proper upkeep help protect your investment and extend its lifespan.

Easily Maintain Your Vinyl

Vinyl Maintenance

  1. Use an ordinary carwash brush and a garden hose to wash down your vinyl fence or railing. It will keep everyday dirt and dust off of it between rains.
  2. If you need to remove more than everyday dirt and dust, then wipe down your vinyl fence or railing with the following:
    • 1/3 cup powdered detergent
    • 2/3 cup of household cleaner
    • 1 gallon of water
  3. For stain removal refer to the chart below:
Stain Cleaning Product Method
Grease
Oil
Caulking
Wax
Asphalt
Tar
Crayon
Mineral Spirits
Auto Tar Remover
Remove any excess with a plastic scraper. Using a soft cloth, apply mineral spirits and wipe. Avoid excess pressure and rinse with water.
Gum
Nail Polish
Lipstick
Paint
Marking Ink
Cleaning Fluid
(trichlorethylene)
Using a soft cloth, apply cleaning fluid and wipe. Avoid excess pressure and rinse with water.
Rust stains Auto Radiator cleaner
Oxalic Acid
Apply oxalic acid with a soft-bristle brush, wipe with a damp cloth, and rinse with clean water.
Stubborn Stains Lacquer Thinner Dampen a small section of a clean cloth with lacquer thinner and rub vigorously. Rinse area with clean water.