TPO roof cleaning

Dish soap and water according to my owner's manual.

I washed mine about 4 weeks ago and used Rubber Roof cleaner from my local RV parts store (dealer). I am one of those fussy-duddies that believes in using the product that is made for a specific function. Costs a bit more? Yes, but then there is no threat of using a product that may, or could, over time, cause the roof to deteriorate.

The last time I washed was last Fall. Although the roof did not look dirty, when I began washing, the dirt rolled off. Amazing. It came nice and clean again.

I then followed up with the Rubber Roof Conditiner. Now ... I was up on the roof barefoot (shoes were too slippery). Before using the conditioner, the roof had a rough texture to it. I didn't think too much about it. But after the conditioner was put down and dried and I walked on it, I was amazed how different the rubber felt. It was smooth and soft again. (and slick).

You can use what you may, each one of us has the freedom to use what we think is best. But in my opinion, the product made for the job is the one that works. I really saw the difference after applying the conditioner.

dish soap

DutchmenSport wrote:
I washed mine about 4 weeks ago and used Rubber Roof cleaner from my local RV parts store (dealer). I am one of those fussy-duddies that believes in using the product that is made for a specific function. Costs a bit more? Yes, but then there is no threat of using a product that may, or could, over time, cause the roof to deteriorate.

The last time I washed was last Fall. Although the roof did not look dirty, when I began washing, the dirt rolled off. Amazing. It came nice and clean again.

I then followed up with the Rubber Roof Conditiner. Now ... I was up on the roof barefoot (shoes were too slippery). Before using the conditioner, the roof had a rough texture to it. I didn't think too much about it. But after the conditioner was put down and dried and I walked on it, I was amazed how different the rubber felt. It was smooth and soft again. (and slick).

You can use what you may, each one of us has the freedom to use what we think is best. But in my opinion, the product made for the job is the one that works. I really saw the difference after applying the conditioner.

why did you use rubber roof products on a TPO roof?
bumpy

DutchmenSport wrote:
I washed mine about 4 weeks ago and used Rubber Roof cleaner from my local RV parts store (dealer). I am one of those fussy-duddies that believes in using the product that is made for a specific function. Costs a bit more? Yes, but then there is no threat of using a product that may, or could, over time, cause the roof to deteriorate.

The last time I washed was last Fall. Although the roof did not look dirty, when I began washing, the dirt rolled off. Amazing. It came nice and clean again.

I then followed up with the Rubber Roof Conditiner. Now ... I was up on the roof barefoot (shoes were too slippery). Before using the conditioner, the roof had a rough texture to it. I didn't think too much about it. But after the conditioner was put down and dried and I walked on it, I was amazed how different the rubber felt. It was smooth and soft again. (and slick).

You can use what you may, each one of us has the freedom to use what we think is best. But in my opinion, the product made for the job is the one that works. I really saw the difference after applying the conditioner.

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My new TT is the first I've ever had with a "rubber/plastic" roof, TPO.

I was under the impression TPO did not need to be cleaned, I guess I should look into this more. There must be one or two threads on interest about this, eh? LOL

But I would NEVER use dish soap, I don't care what manual says its ok. Its more aggressive than any simple car wash solution and will take the wax (and shine) right off the sides of your RV.

I use Murphy's Oil Soap. It is recommended by Dicor for TPO roofing.

harold1946 wrote:
I use Murphy's Oil Soap. It is recommended by Dicor for TPO roofing.

I actually have this on the shelf. Never thought of it though.

Bumpyroad wrote:

DutchmenSport wrote:

why did you use rubber roof products on a TPO roof?
bumpy

Q:
What is TPO roofing?
A:
Quick Answer

Thermoplastic olefin roofing is made from plastic, rubber, polyester, colorant, flame retardants and ultraviolet absorbers. Proprietary blends of other substances go into the sheets of plastic that unroll across the top of a building. The membrane flexes and expands with the building.

I used this stuff: Click here.

harold1946 wrote:
I use Murphy's Oil Soap. It is recommended by Dicor for TPO roofing.

My TPO roof is made by Alpha. As I have heard so many suggestions on how to clean it, I called them to ask. They said to use Murphy's Oil Soap as it not only cleans, but leaves a little oil behind to keep the membrane flexible. So that's what I do.