Strataglass
Care & Maintenance
(Note: Revised September 1, 2004)
It is extremely important fabricators and vessel & car
owners read and understand this information. We request fabricators
provide owners a copy of this sheet.
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We recommend using only IMAR Strataglass Protective
Polish, IMAR Strataglass Protective Cleaner, and mild soap
(preferably IMAR Yacht Soap Concentrate) on
Strataglass. (We no longer recommend the use of any other products,
regardless of the manufacturer's claims.) Use of harsh cleaners like
Simple Green and Orpine will dull the curtains
quickly.
NEVER use a wash+wax product on Strataglass.
- After September 30, 2004, using any other product(s)
voids the factory warranty.
- Warning
*Use of RAINEX on Strataglass appears to work
for a short time but then dulls the surface and presents an
"Orange Peel" effect. Do not use RAINEX.
*Use of cleaners, polishes, scratch removers, or any other
product made for regular, uncoated vinyl will damage STRATAGLASS. Do
not use these products
* DO NOT HANDLE STRATAGLASS (OR ANY VINYL) WITH SUNSCREEN
ON YOUR HANDS! This will permanently cloud the vinyl where
handled.
General Maintenance:
When New: 3M Adhesive Remover may be used to remove
glue left from fabrication. Final clean with IMAR Strataglass Protective
Cleaner. We recommend using IMAR Strataglass Protective Polish as the
final step in installation to provide a base of protection and good
watershed.
For the customer: We recommend using IMAR
Strataglass protective Polish every 2 to 3 months (every 4 to 6 weeks in
areas of high fallout). In the interim, use IMAR Strataglass Protective
Cleaner frequently.
Note: All new vinyl can easily get impressions in
itself. We recommend new enclosures be left in place to the extent
possible. If completely removed, enclosures must be interleaved with
either acid-free paper (available from framing shops) or old sheets (the
best choice) to prevent "pooling" in the glass, vinyl
"seasons" over time and becomes less impressionable. Roll all
curtains down and fasten in place nightly to keep perfect appearance.
(Review at www.strataglass.com).
Cleaning: Flush thoroughly to cool the surface and
rinse away environmental abrasives. Wash with IMAR Yacht Soap
Concentrate, or other equally gentle and high quality soap. Do not use
Simple Green, Orpine or any other harsh cleaner - they will dull the
surface. Apply the soapy water to the clear vinyl section of the curtain
with special purpose washing mitt or soft cotton cloths. Thoroughly
rinse the soapy solution with fresh water and completely dry the
curtains with a high quality chamois. (Swobbit.com
makes several tools to make these tasks easier.) Your clear vinyl
curtains should be washed whenever your boat is washed. After washing
the curtains, apply IMAR Strataglass Protective Polish sparingly with
small, light circular motions using a soft cotton cloth. Allow the
polish to dry and then remove with a clean soft cotton cloth. Finally,
lightly buff to a sparkling shine. Done. For routine maintenance between
polishing, use IMAR Strataglass Protective Cleaner. Insure the clear
vinyl panels are free of abrasives. Very lightly mist a soft cotton
cloth. Lightly and briskly rub a manageable sized area and then lightly
buff dry with another clean cloth. Done. We recommend using IMAR
Stataglass Cleaner at least weekly but it's so fast and easy you may
want to do it daily. You'll love the shine.
Restoring: We once recommended a restoration process
but extensive experience shows actual damage cannot truly be repaired.
If IMAR Strataglass Protective Polish cannot restore the clarity and
shine, it may be time to consider replacing the enclosures.
Please...Please...use our recommended procedures and products from the
beginning.
