It is a condition of the material and product warranty issued with Dimond for Dimond products that the following maintenance procedures are carried out. Maintenance is essential to prolong the good looks of the product and to ensure that it performs as you would expect it should
Rainwater Systems
- Keep surfaces clean and free from continuous contact with moisture, leaves or debris.
- Prevent dirt or salt build-up on exposed fascia and gutter surfaces that are not naturally washed by rain. Wash by regular cleaning with water and a soft nylon brush at least 3-4 times a year paying special attention to the unwashed areas. The frequency will depend on the amount of dirt and salt build-up. In marine environments where salt built-up is a problem, a monthly washing down procedure is recommended.
- At the first sign of surface and cut edge corrosion, the affected areas should be cleaned down, spot primed and repainted with appropriate paint to the paint manufacturer’s recommendations.
- The gutter is recommended to be replaced before perforation occurs.
- Gutters should maintain even fall to the outlet to avoid ponding and be kept free of vegetation.
- A degree of fading of the surface coating may occur over time and repainting may be carried out to retain aesthetic value.
Note: Where loose fill insulation is used, the soffit must be blocked off at the top plate to prevent the insulation coming into contact with the metal fascia.
Manual Washing of fascia needs to be carried out every 3 to 4 months around the soffit groove area where natural rain washing does not take place.
