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General Trailer Care and Maintenance
Protection of Finishes
Paint
The paint coatings on your trailer are no different to that of your car in that they need regular care and maintenance. Rubber
seals and applied sealants on trailers can shed polymers and pigments that can stain paint finishes if your trailer is not washed
regularly.
Washing: Only use mild detergents free of ammonia when washing your trailer. Always check the label to ensure the washing
solution is nonabrasive, contains no ammonia or caustics.
Polishing: New trailers should only be polished with wax-based polishes that are nonabrasive. When removing scratches from
paintwork use a fine finishing compound. Cutting pastes are too abrasive and will expose the base material.
Protection: Carnauba wax is an excellent protection against oxidisation. The paint on your trailer should be waxed annually
regardless of being kept under cover to protect the surfaces from oxidisation.
Acrylic Windows
Windows should be cleaned with a clean, soft, nonabrasive cloth to avoid scratches and soapy water.
**Do not use any cleaners that contain ammonia or solvents. **
Internal Finishes
Laminates and internal wall surfaces should be cleaned with a damp soft cloth. For stubborn marks use a mild detergent based
cleaner.
**Do not use cleaners that contain ammonia or caustics**
Granite Sink Finish
Do not us harsh or caustic chemicals such as glue, paint, concentrated hydrochloric acid etc. Clean with alcohol-based products
and wipe with a damp, soft cloth after cleaning.
Bathroom Finishes
Never use harsh detergents or bleach-based products on the toilet or sealants in the ensuite. Use of such products will damage
the seals and sealants.
Mirrors
Do not use solvents or chemicals when cleaning mirrors. Warm water and a soft, clean cloth are the best method. Cleaners and
solvents may affect the reflective backing causing what is known as “creep” where the edges of the mirror discolour.
Galvanised Finishes
Your galvanised chassis will need maintenance when used offroad. The zinc coating although being tough is still susceptible to
damage from stones chips to the coating should be maintained using a zinc rich coating.
High Tensile Bolt and Fittings
Zinc plated bolts and fittings should be coated with a protectant such as a lanolin-based spray. The proprietary item “Lanotec” is
recommended.
Stainless Steel
Do not use abrasive cleaners on stainless steel. Purpose made stainless steel cleaners are recommended as are solutions such
as 10% white vinegar in water.
Fabrics
Fabrics may not be colourfast and should be washed gently by hand on their own or dry cleaned.
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