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How to repair graffiti power washer siding vinyl.
Apply a solvent with a clean rag and take care to avoid smudging the graffiti paint or marker.
To avoid damaging the surface hold the pressure washer 2 feet from the surface and use a 25 or 40 degree nozzle.
Use the soapy spray to cover the vinyl siding keeping the tip of the wand at a 45 degree angle to the window and trim.
When we did the same to the front of the house we noticed later in the day that it looks as if someone did graffiti all over.
A pressure washer can quickly ruin vinyl siding by cracking it with the high pressure stream of water so it s necessary to know which pressure level and nozzle to use.
Stucco siding repair any chips or cracks before cleaning.
You will find that the soap may run low every few minutes.
Dangers of damaged vinyl siding.
It worked great and did a nice job of getting the dirt off the siding.
There are streaks all over that are darker than the the rest.
In addition to having to replace your siding there are other reasons why pressure washing vinyl siding can be problematic if.
They also sell a cleaner called pro clean prep wash but you can do the same with a detergent water and adding tsp to etch the surface for adhesion.
The sooner you remove graffiti from your siding the easier cleanup will be.
Aiming the wand at that angle will help to lift and remove dirt from beneath more effectively than blasting it straight on.
Wood siding fix or repair any cracked or damaged wood panels and be sure to wet the surface before applying detergent.
After borrowing a power washer we tested it on the backside of the house with no problems.
If you find any areas that have thick layers of stained green algae or dirt take a stiff bristle brush to the area so you don t have to increase pressure of the power washer which could crack your vinyl siding.