When you invest money into things such as double glazing and uPVC windows, you’re going to want to keep them in good condition to ensure that there are no future maintenance costs involved in them. By investing money in double glazing you will be left with very strong and long lasting uPVC windows.
When you invest money into things such as double glazing and uPVC windows, you’re going to want to keep them in good condition to ensure that there are no future maintenance costs involved in them. By investing money in double glazing you will be left with very strong and long lasting uPVC windows.
One of the biggest selling points for uPVC double glazed windows is that they are very low maintenance which is why they’re such a popular choice as a building material in new constructions. It is also commonly used in double glazed doors throughout both commercial and residential properties. Many retailers and websites recommend uPVC windows because of its advanced design and technology as these types of double glazed windows do not rot or warp and will not require re-painting. We all know how tired a house can look when the surrounds of windows look old and grubby.
uPVC when used for double glazed doors and windows are very durable and direct sunlight, water and wind have very little long term effect on the windows as they hardly oxidise. Unlike other plastic products which might produce a powdery residue when left outside for too long uPVC does not do this therefore the life span on uPVC windows is incredibly long.
While the windows and doors will not require maintenance you will need to clean them like anything else as wind kicks up dust and grime, trees drop their leaves and birds can do their business anywhere, but the upkeep will be at a very minimum. Fortunately uPVC is very easy to clean, if the inside of your windows get a bit grubby or dusty all you need is a damp cloth and some washing up liquid, nothing taxing or difficult. While cleaning the outside remember that uPVC can be quite easy to scratch so for dried on marks loosen the dirt before scrubbing and scraping to ensure you don’t damage them. Products which are designed to help clean cars are ideal for use on the windows.
If you’re cleaning double glazed doors or windows which are heavier soiled then use a cream based bathroom cleaner such as Cif, or a specialist uPVC cleaning fluid. Regardless of what you use make sure that you rinse the uPVC surrounds thoroughly afterwards to ensure that no residue is left behind. When using cleaning cloths opt for a sponge or soft cloth, or for something more stubborn a non-scratch washing up sponge but do not use an abrasive cloth. If you use something like a steel cleaning pad you run a high risk of scratching the double glazing window surrounds.
When cleaning the glass itself a microfiber cloth with a little water is enough to shift most marks and grim but a bit of detergent is enough to get off anything else. It’s wise to not use a pressure washer though as although windows and doors are designed to keep out water if used at a high pressure directly at it they might not be completely watertight.
Categories: Windows & Doors
Tags: uPVC Windows, window cleaning
