{"id":11283,"date":"2021-07-05T12:02:41","date_gmt":"2021-07-05T10:02:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/limpieza-final-y-mantenimiento-fachada-ventilada-ceramica\/"},"modified":"2024-09-26T13:50:43","modified_gmt":"2024-09-26T11:50:43","slug":"final-cleaning-and-maintenance-of-ceramic-ventilated-facade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/blog\/final-cleaning-and-maintenance-of-ceramic-ventilated-facade\/","title":{"rendered":"How to clean and maintain a ceramic ventilated fa\u00e7ade after installation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The installation of ceramic <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/ventilated-facade\/\">ventilated fa\u00e7ades<\/a> often leads to the accumulation of material residues and dirt on the surface. Therefore, once the assembly is completed, whether for a new construction or a <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/renovation\/\">renovation<\/a>, it is advisable to perform a thorough cleaning of the cladding. Here, we highlight the key points for carrying it out successfully, as well as the <strong>necessary maintenance tasks<\/strong> to keep a ceramic fa\u00e7ade in perfect condition.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e443883173b{height:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e443883173b\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Can a ventilated fa\u00e7ade be cleaned with a pressure washer?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Not only can you, but it is recommended to use this <strong>pressure cleaning method<\/strong> to deeply sanitize the surface and remove any construction residues. A <strong>pressure washer<\/strong> is an effective and highly useful machine for cleaning the fa\u00e7ade.<\/p>\n<p>To facilitate the <strong>removal of dust<\/strong>, a cement remover detergent can be diluted at a <strong>1:1000 ratio<\/strong>\u201410 ml of product in 10 liters of water. Additionally, to ensure all construction residues are removed and the best results achieved, fa\u00e7ade maintenance experts recommend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Using a <strong>hard plastic-bristle brush<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Following a <strong>specific cleaning order<\/strong>: start from the top of the fa\u00e7ade and work your way down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;11218&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner]<style>.ld_spacer_69e4438831852{height:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e4438831852\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">How is subsequent maintenance carried out on the ventilated fa\u00e7ade?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]Ventilated fa\u00e7ades are a type of building envelope known for their numerous qualities and benefits. Regarding upkeep, ceramic fa\u00e7ades are particularly attractive due to their <strong>low maintenance<\/strong> requirements.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the <strong>initial cleaning after installation<\/strong>, <strong>ongoing maintenance<\/strong> should be performed as needed, depending on the fa\u00e7ade\u2019s exposure to dirt-inducing agents. During this maintenance process, it is also important to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check for cracks or fissures.<\/li>\n<li>Inspect the joints and the air chamber.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the ventilation system is functioning correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One advantage of <strong>maintaining a ventilated fa\u00e7ade with GA16 pieces<\/strong> is that individual tiles can be replaced without major work or affecting adjacent pieces, as the <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/products\/ceramic\/ga16\/\">GA16 ceramic piece<\/a> is designed to be easily accessible.[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e44388318e5{height:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e44388318e5\"><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 21px;\">Periodic cleaning of the ventilated fa\u00e7ade <\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e4438831957{height:15px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e4438831957\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]Ventilated fa\u00e7ades stand out for their multiple benefits, including their <strong>low maintenance<\/strong> requirements.<\/p>\n<p>However, <strong>direct exposure to atmospheric conditions<\/strong> such as environmental pollution, vapors, gases, liquids, or elements from both the building and its surroundings can lead to <strong>dirt deposits<\/strong> that affect the appearance of the fa\u00e7ade. The <strong>frequency of cleaning<\/strong> will depend on the level of dirt and pollution in the area.<\/p>\n<p>That said, it is advisable to <strong>evaluate every five years<\/strong> whether a thorough <strong>cleaning of the ceramic fa\u00e7ade<\/strong> is necessary, especially for buildings in highly polluted areas.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;11215&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;fs-16&#8243;]In any case, FAVEKER\u00ae ceramic tiles (GA16, GA20, and GA30) are characterized by optimal stain resistance and chemical resistance as per UNE-EN-ISO 10545-14 and UNE-EN-ISO 10545-13 standards, respectively.<\/p>\n<p>If cleaning is deemed necessary, it should be carried out following these guidelines:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Clean with a <strong>pressure washer using<\/strong> a solution of water and <strong>neutral detergent<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>For <strong>stubborn stains<\/strong>, specific cleaning products can be applied.<\/li>\n<li>Before using any product, test it on a <strong>small area of the fa\u00e7ade<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e44388319bc{height:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e44388319bc\"><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"left\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 28px;\">Optimal Maintenance of Ceramic Ventilated Fa\u00e7ades. Contact Us!<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]At FAVEKER\u00ae, we can answer your questions regarding the maintenance of ventilated fa\u00e7ades. Ask us about recommended products, applications, and practical cleaning advice. In addition to downloadable <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/downloads\/technical-data\/\">documentation for each ceramic piece<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/downloads\/installation-guides\/\">installation manuals<\/a>, we also provide guidance on how to clean your ventilated fa\u00e7ade and ensure the best maintenance for your ceramic building envelope. <a href=\"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a>![\/vc_column_text]<style>.ld_spacer_69e4438831a58{height:30px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_69e4438831a58\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to clean and maintain a ceramic ventilated fa\u00e7ade with practical tips to ensure its durability and appearance after installation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":18576,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"yes","_lmt_disable":"","wds_primary_category":24,"footnotes":""},"categories":[75],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11283","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ceramic-solutions"],"acf":[],"modified_by":"faveker","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11283","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11283"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11283\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18576"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11283"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11283"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/faveker.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11283"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}