Aftercare and Maintenance Procedures

 IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE CORROSIVE CHEMICALS TO CLEAN BRASSWARE 

 Please ensure all brassware products are cleaned regularly using a  clean, soft, damp cloth only. Abrasive cleaners or detergents must not  be used as they may cause surface deterioration.

For best results ensured the chrome is dried with a suitable soft dry cloth.

 The glazed finish of your Sanitaryware should be cleaned after use by  applying a small amount of a suitable cream cleaner. Apply using a  sponge or damp cloth and rinse thoroughly with clean water. Cleaners  containing abrasive ingredients/materials should be avoided. 

Tiles & grout should be cleaned by washing with warm water to which a neutral,  clear, low sulphate detergent has been added. After cleaning, rinse well  with clean water and polish with a clean soft dry cloth. 

Melamine, Vinyl and Foil Wrapped Doors 

In most cases marks can be removed with a soft damp cloth. Persistent  marks can be removed using a non silicone based furniture cleaner. Hot  soapy water should be avoided. Once the mark is removed, the area should  be wiped over with a damp cloth to remove any excess and dried with a  soft clean cloth. On no account should solvent or an abrasive cleaner be used as permanent damage to the finish could take place. 

High Gloss Doors 

Avoid using cleaning products that contain aggressive ingredients such  as acetone, alcohol and bleach, as these harsh ingredients can cause  irreversible damage to the surface of the door. To clean high gloss  doors it is recommended to use a soft cotton or microfibre cloth with water and soft soap (containing a maximum 1% of liquid soap) 

These should be wiped out with a damp soapy cloth and wiped dry with a  soft dry cloth as necessary. The roller runners and hinges are lubricated and should not be cleaned with a degreasing agent as this  will affect the action of the moving parts. Never lean on partially or fully opened doors and drawers in order to gain access to the units. The hinges are specified to adequately support the weight of the door, plus small additional weights such as wire accessories. It is advised that once the bathroom has been installed you should check every six months that all screws on the hinges are tight. 

Although the worktop is hard wearing, sharp objects will scratch and  excessive heat will scorch the surface. Care should be taken not to drop  any heavy objects onto the worktop as the surface may crack. For  cleaning, a damp soapy cloth will clean off most spills. Bleaches, scouring pads and multi-surface cleaners should not be used. Corrosive liquids and makeup should be wiped off immediately. On no account should  any spillage, even water, be allowed to lie on the surface. 

Clean using light soap and water only. Please take extra care around  joins and areas where panels have been cut as with some products water  ingress can warp panels. 

On no account should any spillages or splashes, even water, be allowed  to lie on any surface. All spillages and splashes should be wiped dry,  failure to do so may shorten the life expectancy of the product and  invalidate any guarantees. 

Easy Clean glass allows water to form minute beads  which easily trickle off the surface of the glass. This makes the glass  easier to clean - the glass does not need to be cleaned as frequently,  but it does require occasional maintenance. As less cleaning is required  the use of detergents can be minimised thus helping to protect the  environment.

The lifespan of the Easy Clean glass is dependant on  the frequency of use of the shower and the degree of water hardness. The  combination of alkaline materials and humidity affects glass in an  extremely aggressive way. Do not use bleach, alkaline, acid-based or  aggressive and abrasive glass cleaners, detergents or household cleaning  products on the glass or frames.

We recommend that glass is washed down with clean water and a soft  clean cloth or sponge and dried off with a microfibre cloth. The special  coating is only present on the inside of the glass.

Easy Clean coating is guaranteed for 2 years provided that the guidelines and cleaning instructions are followed. 

Aluminium  and chrome parts should be cleaned with a mild non scratch household cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge. Do not use acidic-based descaler  products or products which are unsuitable for cleaning enamelled  surfaces, including abrasive cleaners or cleaners containing bleach or  solvents, as the products will affect the anodised framework.

Under no circumstances use cleaners with a pH level exceeding 8. We  do not recommend the use of 'Leave-on' shower cleaners on shower enclosures.

Water Softeners and Easy Clean Glass - Certain types of water softeners increase the alkalinity of the water due to a carry-over of  chloride during regeneration which can cause aggressive water spots on  both untreated and Easy Clean glass. 

If using a water softener we  recommend a two-cylinder machine with automatic re-generation instead of a timer. If a single-cylinder water softener with timer is already installed it is recommended that after each shower excess water is  removed from the glass with a squeegee or with a micro-fibre cloth.

This can be done based on your preference for natural or chemical  removal. No matter which method you choose, remember to use gloves and a  mask to protect your lungs as deal with the mould. 

Natural Solution

For this you will need white vinegar and  bicarbonate of soda. 

1. First, try undiluted white vinegar applied directly onto the sealant or if preferred, it can be diluted at a ratio of two parts vinegar to  one part water. Leave it to sit for half an hour or even overnight for  larger, denser areas of mould.
2. Using a soft cloth, work the vinegar-covered mould in circular motions until it starts to come away. Clean and wipe afterwards. Avoid using scouring pads or abrasive scrubbing spounges, this may cause the seal to break.
3. If the mould seems stubborn, mix the vinegar with enough bicarbonate of soda to make a thick paste and apply again, leaving overnight and repeat the removal process.

Chemical solution

You could try using a commercially  available mould remover or bleach, following fully all the manufacturer  guidelines on usage.

If the mould still won’t budge, try covering  with cling film or cloths to keep the solution onto the surface of the  mould, rather than dripping away.

Worst case scenario, you will have to cut out the mouldy sealant and re-apply.