How To Clean And Maintain Your Braille Tactile Signs
Braille signs are an enormous benefit in a building. They allow people with visual impairments to navigate their way around, find the right rooms and use the correct exits in an emergency. However, the fact that these signs are constantly being touched means that they will require regular cleaning. Here is how to keep your braille and tactile signs clean.
Inspect for damage
Firstly, check that the sign is in good repair. Make sure it is still securely fixed to the wall and that there are no problems with its face. If any of the dots or bumps on the sign have become damaged, it will be difficult to read.
Use soap
Soap and water is all that is needed to give a tactile sign a good clean. Use a microfibre cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution to wash the whole sign. There is no need to use expensive cleaning products, and you should avoid the use of abrasive or strong chemical solutions, as these could easily damage the sign. Soap and water will be enough to remove germs from the sign. You can then be satisfied that there are no health hazards associated with your signs.
Use cotton buds
Although a cloth will clean most of the dirt from a tactile sign, small spots of grime or grease can collect around the raised edges and the dots in the Braille words. Use a cotton bud dipped in the soap-and-water solution to clean around the dots and any other areas where the dirt could gather. It is surprising how much grease can build up on a surface just from being touched by fingers, so regularly clearing it away will make sure the sign stays clean.
Dry thoroughly
Don't leave the sign to air-dry, as this could allow dust to stick to it. Instead, make sure you dry it as quickly as possible after cleaning. A soft dry cloth is all that is needed to remove the moisture from your sign and leave it available to use by the next person who needs it.
Regular cleaning and maintenance of your braille and tactile signs will greatly improve their lifespan. This means your building will continue to be a safe and healthy place for people with visual impairments to visit and work in. For more information about where to place braille tactile signs and how to look after them, ask a supplier.
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