How to Properly Maintain Your Windows
Many wonder how long a window or door will last. With each component subject to wear, weathering, and potential failure some simple routine cleaning & maintenance will help keep your windows and doors looking great, and working their best. Did you know keeping your windows and doors clean means more than just the glass? Cleaning them includes the frame, glass, and hardware components. After all, glass care today is more important than ever. Insulating, low-e or heat reflective glass requires proper maintenance to ensure their complete effectiveness. While window condensation can be a natural occurrence; it can be a warning sign that excessive moisture is present and may cause structural deterioration and the possibility of mold growth. Windows and doors often have a simple drainage system or “weep” system designed right into the product. These water drainage pathways must be kept clean and clear for the window or door to operate correctly. Also, maintaining the hardware will ensure that your windows and doors open, close, lock and unlock easily for years to come.
Here are some key Do’s and Don’ts when caring for your windows and doors:
Do: clean the frame surfaces by vacuuming the dirt & track areas before washing with a mixture of mild dish soap and water.
Don’t: use a razor blade, putty knife, abrasive pad, or any petroleum-based cleaners/solvents
Do: clean tracks & weep holes using a small soft bottlebrush to clear openings
Don’t: use oil-based lubricants or damage weep hole covers/baffles
Do: check weather-stripping and hardware
Don’t: live with poor performing components
Do: clean your insulating glass with proper cleaning agents, such as soapy water. Rinse with water and wipe dry using a dry cloth.
Don’t: use a high-pressure spray nozzle when rinsing your windows after cleaning; this could damage the glass surface, the insulating glass seal, or component parts.
So remember, with a little care, your windows and doors can last longer and look better
Here are some key Do’s and Don’ts when caring for your windows and doors:
Do: clean the frame surfaces by vacuuming the dirt & track areas before washing with a mixture of mild dish soap and water.
Don’t: use a razor blade, putty knife, abrasive pad, or any petroleum-based cleaners/solvents
Do: clean tracks & weep holes using a small soft bottlebrush to clear openings
Don’t: use oil-based lubricants or damage weep hole covers/baffles
Do: check weather-stripping and hardware
Don’t: live with poor performing components
Do: clean your insulating glass with proper cleaning agents, such as soapy water. Rinse with water and wipe dry using a dry cloth.
Don’t: use a high-pressure spray nozzle when rinsing your windows after cleaning; this could damage the glass surface, the insulating glass seal, or component parts.
So remember, with a little care, your windows and doors can last longer and look better
