Recommendations For All Products
The operational life of products is increased if light machine oil is applied to moving parts, hinges, slides, etc. Powdered graphite should be applied to the keyway in lock barrels, with a squeeze puff applicator.
Plated Metal Finishes
Clean with warm soapy water or a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth to avoid water marks.
Plated metal hardware is not recommended for extreme coastal conditions; we recommend a powder-coated option.
Powder-coated Finishes
Clean with warm soapy water or a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Rinse with water and dry with a soft cloth to avoid water marks.
Frequency of Cleaning
City - Cities and suburbs in normal, clean air environments. At least every 6 months.
Rural - A rural area exposed to weed-killing chemicals or fertilisers. At least every 3 months.
Coastal - Within 10km of breaking surf or 1km of non-surf coastline, including rivers and other bodies of water. At least every month.