TRESPA VIRTUON

CLEANING - General
The recommended method for everyday cleaning of Trespa Virtuon panels is warm water with a mild universal cleaning agent applied with a sponge or soft nylon brush. This is the ideal way to remove most light, recent soiling. Dry damp surfaces with an absorbent cloth.

Removing persistent soiling
Heavier, stubborn stains, such as felt pen, lipstick, shoe polish, water-soluble paint, nicotine and urine, should be lathered with a solution of hot water and universal detergent, or soap-based cleaning agent and, depending on the degree of dirt, left to soak. Then rinse with clean water and dry with an absorbent cloth.

Alternatively, the panels can be cleaned with steam or high water pressure equipment.

Occasionally, it may be necessary to remove old stains or very stubborn marks with a liquid cleaner containing very fine polishing particles (beware; this may damage the surface) or with bleach. Wash the surface down thoroughly afterwards with clean water and dry with an absorbent cloth.

Removing specific types of stains

		Limescale can be removed with acidic cleaning agents containing approximately 10% acetic acid or citric acid. The manufacturer's instructions must be strictly followed. Rinse surfaces and edges very thoroughly!
		Paint, varnish, ink, shoe polish, lipstick, tar and other soluble but strong stains can be removed with organic solvents such as acetone, white spirit, turpentine or petroleum.
		Rub silicone off dry or use silicone remover.

The Virtuon surface offers at least 24 hours protection against the following without functional or aesthetic damage to the surface:

10% hydrochloric acid
10% phosphoric acid
10% sulphuric acid
30% hydrogen peroxide
25% caustic soda
100% thinner
100% methyl ethyl ketone

The Virtuon surface can be effectively disinfected and presents no problems when used in rooms where food is stored, handled or used, as long as this is not in contravention of specific hygiene regulations.

CAUTION
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully when using any cleaning agent or disinfectant.

Using a combination of products may cause unwanted chemical reactions which produce harmful gases.

When surfaces have been cleaned with aggressive cleaning agents, they should be rinsed well to dilute the cleaning agent and prevent it from drying on the panel surface.