What are the maintenance methods for soft stone
As a building decoration material, proper maintenance methods for soft porcelain can help maintain its beauty and extend its service life. The following are the maintenance points for soft porcelain:
Daily cleaning
*Surface dust cleaning: Regularly use a soft dry cloth or feather duster to gently brush off the dust on the surface of soft porcelain. This step can prevent dust from accumulating for a long time, affecting the original color and appearance of soft stone. For some difficult to reach corners, cleaning tools with long handles can be used.
*Mild stain treatment: If there are mild stains on the surface of soft porcelain, such as fingerprints, water stains, etc., a clean soft cloth can be dipped in an appropriate amount of water or mild detergent (such as detergent diluent, with a dilution ratio of generally 1:50), and gently wiped off the stain. When wiping, follow the direction of the soft porcelain texture to avoid scratching the surface. Then use a clean damp cloth to wipe away any residue of the cleaning agent, and finally dry it with a dry cloth.
Dealing with special stains
*Stubborn stain cleaning: For stubborn stains such as oil stains and ink stains, specialized cleaning agents for soft ceramic materials can be used. Before use, conduct a small area test in an inconspicuous location on the soft porcelain to observe whether it will cause adverse effects such as corrosion or discoloration. After confirming that there are no problems, apply the cleaning agent evenly to the stain, wait for a few minutes for the cleaning agent to fully exert its effect, then gently wipe with a soft cloth until the stain is removed, and finally rinse with water and wipe dry.
*Rust treatment: If rust appears on the surface of soft stone, white vinegar or lemon juice can be used for treatment. Pour white vinegar or lemon juice onto the rust stain, soak for a moment, and gently wipe with a soft cloth. After removing rust, rinse with clean water to prevent residual acidic substances from damaging the soft stone.
Regular inspection and maintenance
*Appearance inspection: Conduct a comprehensive inspection of soft porcelain at regular intervals (such as quarterly or semi annual) to check for surface cracks, peeling, discoloration, and other issues. Once a problem is discovered, corresponding measures should be taken promptly to repair it. For minor cracks, sealant that matches the color of the soft porcelain can be used to fill them; For the detached parts, it is necessary to reattach the soft ceramic tiles.
*Waterproof maintenance: Although soft porcelain itself has good waterproof performance, its waterproof effect may decrease after long-term use. Especially for soft porcelain installed outdoors or in humid environments, it is recommended to redo waterproofing treatment every few years to ensure its waterproof performance is always good. Reliable waterproof coatings can be selected and applied according to the product instructions.
Avoid external damage
*Scratch prevention: When carrying out other operations near soft porcelain (such as furniture handling, decoration construction, etc.), protective measures should be taken to avoid sharp objects scratching the surface of soft porcelain. Soft porcelain can be covered and protected with materials such as protective pads and plastic films.
*Avoid collisions: Try to avoid heavy objects hitting soft porcelain, especially when installed in lower positions on walls or places that are prone to collisions. If unavoidable, protective devices such as anti-collision strips or corner protectors can be installed to reduce damage to the soft porcelain caused by external impacts.
Dealing with extreme environments
*Temperature change protection: In seasons with significant temperature changes, such as high temperatures in summer and cold temperatures in winter, attention should be paid to temperature regulation in the environment where the soft porcelain is located. For indoor soft porcelain, the appropriate temperature can be maintained through equipment such as air conditioning; For outdoor soft stone, appropriate shading or insulation measures can be taken to reduce the risk of deformation or cracking caused by drastic temperature changes.
*Severe weather protection: After rainstorm, strong wind, sand dust and other severe weather, the soft porcelain should be checked and cleaned in time. For soft porcelain exposed outdoors, if necessary, facilities such as rain shelters and windproof nets can be installed to reduce the erosion and damage of soft porcelain caused by adverse weather conditions.
