How to Clean Scuff Marks on PVC Fence
A PVC fence is installed for security and beauty around the property. The fence can easily acquire scuff marks when children play around the fence. It can also occur when the car lightly grazes it. These marks can be removed in a few easy steps.
How to Clean Scuff Marks on PVC Fence
Materials Needed
- Drop cloth
- Garden hose
- Gloves
- Mask
- Lacquer thinner
- Bucket
- Cloths
- Liquid dish detergent
- Cover the area beneath the fence with a drop cloth to protect the vegetation. Rinse the fence with water from a garden hose to loosen up any dirt and debris.
- Put on gloves to protect your skin and a mask so you do not inhale the fumes. Pour an entire can of lacquer thinner in a bucket. Use a clean cloth to apply the thinner over the fence.
- Wipe the dripping thinner away with a new cloth. Scrub all of the marks using a circular motion to work the mark loose. Apply more thinner on the cloth when more is needed. Continue until the marks have all disappeared.
- Add 1 gallon of water into a bucket and add ¼ cup of liquid dish detergent. Clean the fence with the cleaning solution and a cloth. Rinse the fence with water from the garden hose. Make sure all of the soap and thinner is removed from the fence. Allow the fence to completely dry. Inspect the fence to make sure all of the marks are gone. Repeat the steps if needed.