Aftercare Guide
Keep the Finish
Looking Its Best.
A new roof settles in over its first couple of weeks. A little care now protects the work for years to come.
Thank you for choosing CarHoods Northern. A little regular care keeps your roof performing — and looking — the way it did the day it left our workshop.
Protect the Finish
A quality waterproof sealant guards the material against the weather.
Prevent Leaks
Clear drainage channels carry water away instead of into the cabin.
Avoid Damage
Skip pressure washers, automatic washes and re-dyeing products.
Peace of Mind
A quick call to us can catch a small issue before it becomes costly.
The First Few Weeks
Your Aftercare Journey
Keep the Roof Closed
Keep your new roof fully closed for 10–14 days after installation. This allows the material to settle and stretch naturally, reducing tension on the mechanism and helping prevent premature leaks or tears. Warm weather or gentle sunlight helps it bed in faster.
Mind the Plastic Rear Window
If your roof has a plastic rear window, guide it carefully as you lower the roof for the first few times. This prevents permanent creases and lets the material fold correctly.
Clean It Properly
Avoid pressure washers and automatic car washes. High-pressure water and harsh brushes can damage the fabric, stitching and seals — potentially leading to leaks and expensive repairs.
Keep Up the Ongoing Care
Protect the material with a quality waterproof sealant, never use re-dyeing products, and keep the roof's drainage channels clear of leaves, dirt and debris so water is carried safely away rather than into the cabin.
Do
- Keep the roof closed for 10–14 days after fitting
- Guide the plastic rear window by hand as you lower the roof
- Use a quality waterproof sealant
- Keep drainage channels clear of leaves & debris
- Call us if anything looks or sounds wrong
Avoid
- Pressure washers or automatic car washes
- Re-dyeing products on the roof material
- Letting the drainage channels become blocked
- Operating the roof if something feels wrong
- Ignoring a small issue — it rarely stays small
Need Any Advice?
If you notice anything you're unsure about, contact us before continuing to operate the roof — we're always happy to help, and can often prevent a small issue becoming a costly repair.