ClearShield ‘Non-Stick’ Glass
Frequently Asked Questions
We hope this
page answers any questions you may
have about ClearShield. If you
have further questions, please do
not hesitate to
contact us.
Q. What is it?
A. ClearShield ‘Non-Stick’ Glass
is a unique and higher quality of
glass which can be kept looking
and performing like new for life.
ClearShield Glass keeps its
promise of clarity, visibility and
easy-clean.
Q. How does it work?
A. ClearShield Glass works like
‘non-stick’ cookware. It:
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is much easier to clean and keep
clean – eliminating the need for
harsh and abrasive cleaning
products or methods
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resists staining and
discolouration – keeping its ‘as
new’ appearance and performance
much longer
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looks cleaner and brighter for
longer between cleanings –
improving general appearance,
performance and customer
satisfaction
Q. How long does it last?
A. When a simple and
economical after-care programme is
followed, ClearShield Glass looks
and performs like new for
years, depending on
environmental conditions.
Q. What is the after-care
programme and what is its purpose?
A. The after-care programme
consists of:
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after-care products specially
formulated to maintain the
appearance and performance of
ClearShield Glass;
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a “booster” to restore the
appearance and performance
whenever reduced by atmospheric
abrasion or chemical attack,
such as hard water deposits or
concrete run-off.
Q. How is ClearShield
Glass made?
A. By a special process (the
ClearShield System) which converts
the surface of ordinary glass into
a ‘non-stick’, easy-clean surface
that is chemically inert to most
substances.
Q. Where is this conversion
process carried out?
A. Either to new glass in the
factory of a glass processor/fabricator
or to existing glass in a building,
marine vessel or transportation
vehicle.
Q. Does this have any effect on
glass colour, optical properties
or light transmission?
A. No, except to maintain the
original performance by keeping
the glass cleaner and brighter.
Q. Does ClearShield ‘Non-Stick’
Glass require cleaning?
A. Yes. Again, just as ‘non-stick’
cookware needs some cleaning, so
does ClearShield Glass. On average,
cleaning is required less than
half as often as with ordinary
glass.
Q. How much does it cost?
A. This depends upon where and
how ClearShield Glass is produced.
If factory-produced, the cost
depends mainly upon type of glass
and method of production. If
onsite, the cost of converting
ordinary glass into ClearShield
Glass depends mainly upon
condition of the glass, e.g. the
degree of staining/discolouration
and accessibility.
As general comparisons,
factory-produced ClearShield Glass
normally costs less than half as
much as low-E or toughened glass.
To convert glass onsite, the cost
is two or three times this amount
due to extra costs of labour,
travel, etc.
Q. What if the glass is already
installed and has become stained/discoloured?
A. For glass already stained/discoloured,
the ClearShield System renovates
the surface to its original and
‘as-new’ appearance. Then, after
the glass is converted into
ClearShield ‘Non-Stick’ Glass, a
simple and economical after-care
programme is recommended.
The
after-care programme keeps
ClearShield ‘Non-Stick’ Glass
looking and performing like new
for life – keeping its promise of
visibility, clarity and
cleanliness.
Q. What will attack ClearShield
Glass?
A. Similar to ‘non-stick’ cookware,
abrasive cleaners and harsh
chemicals can attack the surface
of ClearShield Glass. However,
such products are not necessary
due to the ‘easy-clean’ properties
of ClearShield Glass.
Q. Can ClearShield be used for
plastics such as acrylics or
polycarbonates?
A. No. ClearShield only works on
vitreous surfaces such as glass,
ceramics and porcelain. It washes
off other surfaces.
Q. How do you clean ClearShield
‘Non-Stick’ Glass?
A. Ritec have developed special
after-care products to maintain
the performance and appearance of
ClearShield Glass for life.
Q. Is it necessary to use
Ritec’s special cleaning products
for maintaining ClearShield
‘Non-Stick’ Glass?
A. Ritec’s products are
recommended because they are
specially formulated to maintain
the appearance and performance of
ClearShield Glass. Other products
may be used provided they are not
abrasive and do not leave a
residue or film, but Ritec should
be consulted if the performance
and appearance of ClearShield
Glass are to be optimised.
Q. Can I apply it myself to my
car windscreen or boat windows?
A. We offer the Clear-Vision range
of do-it-yourself kits. This is a
retail/consumer version of the
industrial/commercial ClearShield
System applied by trained
specialists. Clear-Vision DIY kits
are available for automotive
glass, shower glass, boat windows,
glass furniture, windows and
conservatory glass. Please visit
http://www.hydratec.no/english/cs/diy/
