House facades are exposed to different climatic conditions over the years. Wind, rain and snow as well as sunlight affect the facade. This can visually change the facade. In addition, algae or lichens, for example, can adhere to the facades. Whohis facadeIf you want to preserve it for a long time, you should treat it as carefully as possible and have it cleaned by a professional from time to time.
Facade cleaning 2021: What types of facades are there in buildings?
So-called plastered facades are particularly common. This means that the outside wall of the house is covered with cement plaster or synthetic resin plaster, for example. The plastered facades can be designed in numerous colors. For example, white or gray colors are often used. Depending on the region, different colors or designs may be required. Facades with clinker bricks are also very common (e.g. on the Lower Rhine or in northern Germany). These prove to be particularly robust and durable. Houses that were built 150 to 200 years ago, for example, can still have an intact clinker brick facade today.
• Facades with cement plaster or synthetic resin plaster
• Facades with clinker bricks
• Facades with natural slate
In the Bergisches Land, natural slate is often used for facade design. This is abundant in the region and protects against the sometimes strong weather influences. Many people are also familiar with slate cladding, for example from chimney cladding. The slate is durable and at the same time a natural product.
Facade cleaning 2021: What advantages does it bring?
Anyone who has a facade cleaned regularly by a specialist company will benefit from the fact that the plaster or clinker brick, for example, will last longer. At the same time, the building looks significantly cleaner and more attractive. Harmful substances that previously adhered to the facade can be removed through cleaning. The professionals like the team fromSteinRein Fassadenreinigunghave been able to build up years of expertise in this area. Through regular and thorough cleaning, the facades can retain their color significantly longer. This means that a white-painted and plastered facade retains its color significantly longer and does not need to be repainted.
How does cleaning the facade work in detail?
For a classic plastered facade, a high-pressure cleaner with hot water is used. A so-called flat jet nozzle is used to gently clean the facade. The plaster cleaning is carried out from top to bottom so that the dirt can flow downwards. It should be noted that cleaning must be done evenly so that the facade looks uniform. If you aim a jet that is too hard at the same spot for too long, you risk damaging the plaster. While classic dirt can be easily removed, special cleaning agents are usually required for soot stains or green deposits, for example. There are extra environmentally friendly products that can be used without any problems. Companies that clean the facade with a high-pressure cleaner usually have professional equipment. The pressure can be adjusted precisely so that cleaning is possible without any problems. The cleaners differ significantly from classic hardware store devices.
- High water pressure can help clean the facade
- Warm water dissolves the dirt much better
- Steam at up to 155°C can be used on suitable surfaces
- Sandblasting is an alternative cleaning method
A clinker brick facade is a particularly robust facade that usually lasts effortlessly for over 100 years. Often it is the joints between the stones that are crumbling and need to be replaced. If you want to maintain a clinker brick facade, you usually have to completely replace the joints at some point. Cleaners can then be applied, which are then removed with water and ensure a fresh and usually much brighter look for the house. Stone cleaning with sealing and grouting is a complete package that is particularly worthwhile for older facades.
High pressure processes and high temperatures loosen the dirt
The facade can be cleaned using high-pressure water processes or using so-called sandblasting processes. For both procedures, the work should be carried out by professionals who have experience in the area. Otherwise damage can occur very quicklyon the outside facadecome. Hot steam cleaning methods are also available. Temperatures of up to 155° C can be reached here. It is important to clarify in advance whether the surface can handle the temperatures of the hot steam. Higher temperatures are also often used when cleaning with water, as the dirt can then often be removed more easily.
With brush attachments, the facades can usually be cleaned very well using warm water. This means that rotating brushes move over the clinker bricks or across the facade, rinsing off the dirt from top to bottom. The choice of the right procedure can be defined together with the specialist company.
