Metal ceilings are a valuable addition to any structure may it be a home or an office. Apart from adding some style and class to your structure, they can even make it stronger since they provide the necessary strength for the structure. However, metal ceiling tiles are susceptible to dirt and damage and require regular maintenance and cleaning.
Tranquil offers you excellent quality metal ceilings that require minimal maintenance and cleaning. We are the suppliers of the best false ceiling materials in India and offer metal roofing sheets at the best price.
Why cleaning a Metal ceiling is necessary?
- Ensure durability and longevity – Dirt and residue left on the metal ceilings can damage their coating, as well as bacteria build-up, can cause corrosion and decrease their longevity.
- Retain appearance – Stains on the panels and algae/lime deposits on them for a long period can degrade the finish, so it may need re-coating.
- Control Energy Costs – Dirty ceilings can inhibit a roof’s ability to expel heat from the building. If the heat isn’t able to escape through the roof, energy costs to keep the building cool will increase.
Since you’ve invested some money purchasing and installing the metal ceilings, you’ll be concerned about the maintenance and cleaning involved in making them look clean, new, and elegant. Cleaning and maintaining metal ceilings is a lot easier than you think and you can keep your metal ceilings in good shape and looking pristine for years to come, by following the below tips by Tranquil which supplies the best false ceiling materials and metal roofing sheets at best price in India.
How to clean and restore Metal Ceiling Tiles?
There are a few essential items you should have available when it comes time to clean your metal ceiling tiles. These common household items include a feather duster, warm water, a towel, metal polish, a bucket, dish soap, and a clean rag.
- The first step while cleaning and restoring metal ceilings is to dust them. You can do this using a feather duster. You can even vacuum the ceiling tiles to pick up any remaining residue. The challenge here is to remove the dust without scratching the ceiling tiles.
- Once the tiles have been dusted, you need to make a solution of water and dish soap. Using a sponge, clean the tiles with this soapy water one at a time which will remove any stains and the dirt. After cleaning each tile with the solution, rinse them off and quickly dry each tile with a dry rag to remove any soapy residue or other foreign matter. This step will bring back the tiles to their lustrous state.
- Once the tiles have been cleaned and dusted, you can use a metal polish to shine them. This will avoid future dust to build upon them and damages too. Make sure to use the specific polish for your type of metal ceiling tile. This polish may not be needed to be applied to all the tiles, rather just the tile that is more worn out.
Levels of cleaning metal ceilings
1. Light Cleaning
Water and mild detergent are often sufficient for simple cleaning. However, never use bleach as it could change the finish colour or interact disastrously with other metals.
2. Moderate Cleaning
For dirt and other residues that can’t be removed with water alone, complete cleaning can be done by mixing a solution of hot or cold water with either a mild detergent or, a car wash soap, or a mild dish soap.
3. Deep Cleaning
For non-water, soluble residues such as oil, grease, and adhesives a solvent or alcohol-based cleaning solution may be required. Alcohols such as Ethanol and Isopropyl alcohol, and solvents such as Naptha, mineral spirits, kerosene, and turpentine can be used in deep cleaning.
Who should clean metal ceilings?
You’ll need to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when deciding who will perform the cleaning of your metal ceilings. You could do it yourself if the manufacturer recommends it or hire cleaning professionals who have the correct cleaning solutions and techniques. Make sure the warranty is never violated.
How often is the cleaning of a metal ceiling needed?
An annual cleaning helps keeps your metal ceilings free of dust, fungus, moss, and other dirt. Deep cleaning can be done once in 3-5 years that can remove some of the toughest dirt which an annual clean could miss.
Conclusion:
If you follow the above tips which require minimal time, you should find that your metal ceilings look as good as once they were installed. You shouldn’t have to do this often since generally metal ceilings require low maintenance. However, regularly cleaning metal ceilings avoids stains, corrosion, and other damages and helps maintain their quality, function, and aesthetics.
About Tranquil
Tranquil is a leading manufacturer of metal ceiling systems and provides the best false ceiling materials and metal roofing sheets at the best price. We provide world-class materials and services for world-class lifestyles. Our new-generation products are versatile and cater to the diverse needs and ambience of your space. Tranquil brings you a host of products that are functional in design and beautiful in form and second to none. We also offer maintenance, cleaning and other services for our metal ceiling systems.
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