can I use this only occasionally, or it's there once it's installed? I have a recently renovated garage and no damage or imperfections to cover.
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Occasionally. Like Jeffrey Y said, do not glue to floor. I use my mat all year - easy to pull out of garage to clean with hose water and soap. Kept my garage much cleaner by catching rainwater from car and ice and slush in wintertime. Very pleased with product.
1357233
You can just roll it out to place it down and then roll it up to store it or move it.
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yes, it can easily be rolled up and stored as long as you do not glue it to the floor.
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4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the corners can look funny). And expect to do atleast 2 coats for complete coverage. 4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the... » Read More 4 months ago I purchased and applied it to the outside bottom half of my Suzuki Sidekick and the floor inside the cargo area. So far I love it, from reviews, I heard with high summer temps it can become soft and tar like but it was been cold so far and I think those users may not have prepped their surfaces properly. I would recommend for any scratch resistance/waterproofing application. Use foam rollers for best texture. The spray cans work well if you get the technique down, and work better for tight areas where a roller can't get(foam/regular brushes won't replicate the texture so the corners can look funny). And expect to do atleast 2 coats for complete coverage. « Show Less
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Most likely some damage will occur. The manufacturer states that on the instructions. Once it's on....it's pretty much permanent. Consulting a professional detailer on removal would be your best bet.
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It is removable and can be reapplied if you are really careful. The problem is that you will likely get dust on the sticky surface and cause bubbles when you reapply it. I don't know if you could remove/apply it again if it has been installed for a long time, but I did it during the first hour after I installed mine because I had gotten it on a little crooked.
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If applied to a totally clean exterior..and i do mean scrubbed wiped and dried, wipe new does do a good job. The car should remain in the garage and out of the sun for 48 hours. I know the directions say 24 hours, but the sun will ruin the finish if not totally cured. Having used it on 2 cars, I would never use it again. It is unforgiving if a mistake is done. Based on the cost, surface prep and application restrictions, I would buy 12 oz of your favorite exterior treatment and redo the trim as needed.
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I have had mine mounted outdoors for about 6 months and I agree with Blue Canary except I didn't even use the caulk and tape and it's fine. I think it depends in part on how much rain/fog/etc you get. I'm in the Los Angeles area.I would also add that if you have a lot of people walking by your mounted location, you'll want to mount it such that they don't accidentally end up staring at it. IR is invisible but can still do damage to your eyes if you stare at it.
360017
Yes, just make sure you seal it with a good stone and grout sealer and it would be a good idea to seal it regularly after that, maybe every 6 months to a year.. It is absolutely beautiful and easy to install!
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I actually talked to the company, they said once a year is sufficient. Preferably applied in spring, but not required then. Just do not apply it during possible freezing temps or a day of heavy rain.
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Make sure you have the door installed securely. It's very thin and can appear secure when in fact it's not. Do you remove the cover frequently?
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I assume that you're wanting to use this on a temporary basis to protected the headliner while you're doing interior work or something. If you're planning on a permanent install, it won't be the most attractive product. But, you should be ok with this as a temporary protectant. It's pretty sticky but shouldn't damage vinyl headliners. On the mouse-fur or velour type headliners, don't press it on too hard and you should still be ok. When you remove it, you'll probably have fibers attached to the sticky but it shouldn't pull it bald. You might also consider using Glad Cling Wrap from your local grocery store. It's similar but thinner. Might be easier to just remove the trim and take the headliner out. Good luck.
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We rubbed it with Teak oil and left it on our covered porch. No problem with that. Exposed in the open? Don't know about that.
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I use it both inside and outside. Gas a nice heavy thick coat of paint on it. So just wipe off the grass or bits of dirt and its good to go and looks new again
1748027
I did not glue it down, as I might take it with me if we move. Gravity seems to hold it in place, even during our winter weather here in Chicago. My garage floor does have a sand texture coating, however. It is easy to pur back if it does move.
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It solved that problem at BOTH of my garages. The only trick is sealing the sides of this strip ... to keep water from running to the end of it, and then into the garage. I used silicone caulk. Oh, and make sure you glue it down correctly (per instructions), so water doesn't get under this strip.
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I use it on my wooden deck every time and I've not had a problem. It doesn't even discolor it. Get a sheet of cement backer-board (used under floor tiling) to put underneath if you're worried.
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It is as temporary as you want it. There is no adhesive backing or anything like that. If you just cut it to fit, it will stay in place, even under overhangs. This stuff is great and I couldn't be happier with it.
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It clearly says it on there not to leave it out. But I have no where to store it so I have left it out for 5 months, but I also live in California where we have no seasons. I am sure for the price you pay, you probably want it to last so keep it in the garage :)